Nearly 19,000 prosecutions have been executed by the lawmen between July 8 last year and June 9, 2009. This represents an almost 50 per cent increase over the corresponding period July 2007-June 2008.
The approximately 18,897 prosecutions for various offences include breaches of the Firearms Act.
"Through the hard-working team at the station, we have been able to achieve a higher level of success where prosecutions are concerned," remarked Commander Vivian Sawyers.
The cops have also captured 11 wanted men during the period. Three police personnel at the station have also been charged with breaches of the Corruption Prevention Act.
rasbert.turner@gleanerjm.com
Prosecution figures
Arrests -
Traffic tickets -
Vending breaches -
Drug violations -
Weapon charges 706
Executed warrants -
Motor vehicle seizures -
DVD seizures -