Today was a good news press conference for the government and the people of Jamaica. We have become so accustomed to these Jamaica House press conferences and the announcements of states of emergency that it is welcome news that crime, and specifically murders, is trending down.
US Travel Advisor on Jamaica Revised
At the press conference, it was reported that the US government has upgraded the Jamaica Travel Advisory to level 2. The Prime Minister is clearly elated at this development, since this improved level can have a positive impact on tourist arrivals.
Murder Rate Down Significantly!
The Deputy Prime Minister, Dr. Horace Chang, says that as of today, the murder rate is 43% less than last year. It is the lowest rate since 1991.
Major Findings of Firearms
The Deputy PM said 233 firearms were confiscated at the port. This was a major success. Various agencies worked together in Jamaica, supported by external forces. The question is, was someone about to start a local war in Jamaica? These calibre guns were definitely not brought here to shoot birds.
Level of Planning
The deputy PM says that the drop in crime has to do with the level of planning and the additional resources given to the police. The question is, can we sustain this for the next five, ten and even fifty years? I am sure the critics will ask for that crime plan. Was it hidden?
Police Killings
The Commissioner of Police gave an excellent response to the concern about the increase in police killings.
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