Senators Express Sadness Over Death of police officer during confrontation with gunmen in Sligoville St. Catherine

October 16, 2026

Members of the Senate have expressed sadness following the death of a police officer during an armed confrontation with gunmen in Sligoville St. Catherine this morning.

Government Senator Marlon Morgan condemned the incident noting that the officer’s death is regrettable.

He said this morning’s incident underscores the hazard of the job.

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He called for a moment of silence to be observed in the Senate.

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He was supported by Opposition Senator Donna Scott Mottley who extended her condolences to the deceased officer’s family.

She said when an officer is cut down in the line of duty, the country must respond.

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