Policeman shot while performing traffic duty in Hanover

A police constable was shot and injured on Wednesday while performing routine traffic duty on the Cousin’s Cove main road, in Hanover.

He is currently undergoing medical treatment, but it is reported that his injuries are not life-threatening.

According to police reports, two constables were conducting routine traffic stops when they signalled a motorcyclist and a pillion to halt.

Initially, the duo seemed compliant, but as they slowed, the pillion passenger unexpectedly opened fire on one of the policemen.

The other policeman was not injured in the shooting. The Jamaica Constabulary Force High Command condemns this act of violence against its members.

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