A routine mobile patrol by police has resulted in the arrest and charging of four young men after officers allegedly discovered a modified flare gun hidden inside a vehicle.
Those charged are:
• Niah Joseph, 19, of No. 2 George Street
• Jeremy Floyd, 19, of No. 3 George Street
• Devontia Summer, 21, of No. 3 George Street
• Duran Benjamin, 21, of Green Bay Hill
According to police, around 3:10 p.m. on Saturday, December 27, officers were conducting patrols in several communities, including Grays Farm, Green Bay, Hatton, Five Islands, Hawksbill Beach, Yeptons, and Deep Bay. During the operation, lawmen stopped and searched a silver Honda Fit occupied by the four suspects.
A modified flare gun was reportedly found concealed beneath one of the vehicle’s seats. The men were detained on the spot and later formally charged with Possession of a Modified Flare Gun.
All four are expected to appear in court to answer to the charge.
The Royal Police Force says the operation forms part of its increased island-wide visibility and crime-prevention strategy, aimed at enhancing public safety and deterring illegal activity as the holiday season continues.
Charge them, yes but also let’s look at why our youths turning to this kinda life.
Too much weapons popping up in the country lately. We need to get ahead of this now
Green Bay and Grays Farm always getting bad name, but these areas need opportunities and guidance too