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The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) is again expressing concern over the rising number of police fatal shootings, particularly those arising from planned operations and the continued failure of the Jamaica Constabulary Force to utilise body-worn cameras during such encounters.
In a statement Friday, INDECOM sounded the alarm following four fatal police operations in St. Catherine between July 17 and 18, which left four men dead within a 24-hour period.
According to the oversight body, 177 fatal shootings have been recorded so far this year, a 121% increase compared with 80 fatal shootings during the corresponding period in 2024.
It says between July 18, 2024 and July 18, 2025, some 288 people have been shot and killed by members of the security forces.
INDECOM notes that body-worn cameras were not used in any of these incidents.
While the JCF has acquired body-worn cameras and the necessary supporting infrastructure, INDECOM says the devices are not being routinely deployed, particularly during planned operations - scenarios where the Commission argues body-worn cameras are most needed.
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