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St. Ann police launch weekly town sweeps to curb knife-related deaths – IRIE FM
November 12, 2026
Written bySugar Ray Thomas
The St. Ann police are stepping up efforts to prevent deaths related to the use of knives, following the arrest and charge of several persons found in possession of offensive weapons.
Commanding Officer, Senior Superintendent Carlos Russell, said the initiative, dubbed ‘Weekly Town Sweeps’, also resulted in the arrest and charge of some persons found in possession of marijuana.
SSP Russell said 31 people were held during targeted operations in Ocho Rios and St. Ann’s Bay last week.
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