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Quadruple Killing In Clarendon
The nation was awoken on Wednesday with another tragic quadruple murder, this time in Northern Clarendon. In the Summerfield community, grief prevails, and investigators are diligently searching for answers. The victims, all males, were reportedly gathered at a well-known social spot within the community when they were confronted by gunmen who tragically ended their lives.
Satchell’s Bail Application Rescheduled To Oct. 11
Satchell’s Bail Application Delayed Due to Lack of Criminal Record – A solemn and tense morning unfolded at the Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Court, where an air of anticipation hung heavy. The mother of the late eight-year-old Danielle Rowe anxiously awaited news on whether the suspected killer of her daughter would be granted bail.
Labour Crunch And Wage Increases Impacting Inflation
The fight to keep inflation within an acceptable range persists, with Governor of the Bank of Jamaica, Richard Byles, conceding that the approach taken by the central bank thus far is the “lesser of two evils.” This acknowledgment comes as inflation rates in other parts of the world continue to rise. Governor Byles also pointed out that recent wage increases in the public sector have played a role in these inflationary trends.
Integrity Commission Sends Investigation Report To Parliament
The Integrity Commission has submitted another investigation report for presentation in Parliament. Currently, the report’s subject is undisclosed due to legal restrictions preventing the Commission from revealing its contents until it is formally presented. Whether the new Speaker of the House will table the report during the next session is yet to be determined.
Alarm Raised Over ‘toxic’ Fogging Chemical
Amid a surge in dengue cases and efforts to reduce the local mosquito population, an advocacy group has raised concerns regarding the environmental safety of certain products, specifically a fogging insecticide. The People’s Anti-Corruption Movement gathered outside the Ministry of Health and Wellness, calling for transparency regarding the potential risks associated with this product. The recent dengue outbreak prompted members of the People’s Anti-Corruption Movement to stage a protest on Wednesday morning, highlighting the need to intensify vector control measures.
Reward To Catch Cannabis Candy Vendor
A reward of one hundred thousand dollars is being offered to individuals who can provide Crime Stop or the police with information about the vendor responsible for selling cannabis-laced sweets to students at Ocho Rios Primary School on Monday. On Tuesday, Matthew Samuda, Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, pledged a hundred thousand dollars to Crime Stop to assist the police in addressing the incident that occurred on Monday. This incentive aims to encourage citizens to help locate the vendor responsible for distributing THC-laced candies to more than 60 Ocho Rios Primary School students. The government is committed to ensuring that this case does not go unresolved.
BUSINESS NEWS
In this Business News interview, we had the opportunity to speak with Gary Peart, Chairman of Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL), as he provided an overview of the significant developments and highlights of the year from SVL’s perspective.
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