St. Ann Police arrest and charge more than 20 people for various offences during series of operations on Friday

November 9, 2026

The St. Ann Police arrested and charged more than 20 people for various offences, during a series of operations across Ocho Rios and Exchange on Friday.

Head of the St. Ann Police Senior Superintendent Carlos Russell said the offences relate to possession of and dealing in ganja and being armed with an offensive weapon.

The Jamaica Constabulary Force also reported that officers established a vehicle checkpoint in Draxhall, where several motorists were ticketed for breaches of the Road Traffic Act.

It said the operation marks the first in a series of targeted initiatives planned by the St. Ann Division for the yuletide season.

The JCF noted that these efforts are geared towards ensuring that residents, business operators and visitors can enjoy a safe and peaceful Christmas in the parish.

Motorists are urged to observe the road code.

Citizens are also encouraged to share information about criminal activity with the police.