Robberies, murder prompt curfew in Manchester
Car Mart dealer Omar Powell was shot and killed in Manchester on Wednesday night. (Photo: Kasey Williams)
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July 22, 2024

Robberies, murder prompt curfew in Manchester

MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Police are reporting that a curfew has been imposed in three Manchester communities following recent incidents of crimes, including robberies and murder, committed under the cover of darkness.

Police say the curfew, which started at 6:00 pm on Saturday, is to end at 6:00 pm today, and covers the communities of Landsettlement, Comfort and Broadleaf where there are areas without electricity.

The curfew follows last week’s murder of car dealer Omar Powell and the robbery of three vehicles from his home in Landsettlement.

Persons are reminded that during the hours of the curfew, all persons within the boundaries of the curfew are required to remain within their premises unless otherwise authorised in writing by the ground commander.

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