The St. Catherine North Police Zone 2 is reporting a 40 per cent reduction in murders.
Zone 2 includes the communities of Ewarton, Bog Walk, Linstead and Guy's Hill.
The update was presented to Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness by Deputy Superintendent Marcia Blake, Zone Commander for the area, during a recent security briefing.
The decline in murders in the area is accompanied by a broader trend of reductions across all major crime categories in the country.
The government says it continues to promote policy-based strategies to advance police operational and intelligence-led approaches aimed at maintaining peace and promoting long-term safety.
Prime Minister Holness says crime reduction efforts support Jamaica's growing entertainment sector, particularly as the island approaches the busy summer season.
Deputy Superintendent Blake also confirmed that the division is taking an integrated approach, stating that all activities are being operationalised to ensure the safety of residents.
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