KINGSTON, Jamaica, Sept 9, CMC – The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) said Wednesday’s early morning attack that left one person dead and two police officers injured should serve as another reminder of the danger posed by violent criminals who are prepared to use deadly force against lawmen carrying out their duties.
“Our members are on the front lines of the national effort to reduce murders, shootings and other violent crimes. They undertake this work at considerable personal risk, often confronting heavily armed individuals who have little regard for human life or lawful authority,” the JCF said in a statemen, describing the incident in Mount Salem, St James, northwest of here as a “brazen attack.
The JCF said that during the early hours of Wednesday, a team from the Area One Fugitive Apprehension Team was conducting an operation when the officers reportedly came under gunfire.
It said that during the confrontation, two members of the team were reportedly shot and injured. A third member of the team was also shot; however, the bullet was lodged in the bulletproof vest.
The JCF said while their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, the unidentified man who is believed to have fired at the police was found dead. It said a firearm was reportedly seized at the scene.
In condemning the incident, the JCF said that it’s members’ response demonstrates the value of disciplined training, operational preparedness and sound tactical judgement.
“Their ability to respond under sustained danger helped to prevent further injury and loss of life. Law enforcement must retain the tactical advantage whenever officers confront armed criminals.
“The High Command commends the members of the team for their courage and remains in close contact with the injured officers and their families,” the JCF said.
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