In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, the St Elizabeth police have launched a groundbreaking initiative to address connectivity challenges faced by residents in the Brompton community. Superintendent Coleridge Minto, head of the St Elizabeth police, revealed that mobile units equipped with Starlink devices are being deployed to restore communication for those cut off from their loved ones. The service is currently operational along the Brompton main road and has extended to areas such as Spring Park, Speculation, Black River, and Siloah/Maggotty. Minto emphasized that this effort transcends traditional law enforcement duties, focusing instead on providing essential support during a crisis. ‘Today’s initiative is not about operations, but intervention,’ he stated. Residents have expressed gratitude for the initiative, with Jamar Allen, a local, praising the police for their timely assistance. ‘Bless up to the police officer fi weh dem a do…Because [a lot] of persons stand up here for days cyah get to reach out to them family,’ he said. The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has been commended for its innovative approach, demonstrating its commitment to serving the public in unconventional yet impactful ways.
WATCH: St Elizabeth police helping to connect residents with loved ones through Starlink
