Brother of ‘Dog Paw’ killed in alleged confrontation with cops
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December 27, 2024

Brother of ‘Dog Paw’ killed in alleged confrontation with cops

KINGSTON, Jamaica- Observer Online understands that the brother of former gang leader Christopher ‘Dog Paw’ Linton was killed earlier tonight.

Roger Linton was reportedly killed in an alleged confrontation with the police in St Andrew where a weapon was allegedly seized.

Police said they were aware of the incident but could not yet provide details.

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