In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, St Elizabeth, Jamaica, is witnessing a remarkable community-driven recovery effort, spearheaded by local businesses and supported by law enforcement. Superintendent of Police Coleridge Minto, the commanding officer for the St Elizabeth Division, has expressed his gratitude towards Alcor Windows and Doors and Ripton Construction for their collaborative efforts in providing housing solutions to the hurricane-affected residents of Parottee. The companies have distributed nearly a hundred mattresses and are offering additional support through solar lighting installations and counseling services facilitated by a chaplain. Minto emphasized the importance of such partnerships during this challenging period, acknowledging the contributions of local, regional, and international stakeholders. He also highlighted the parish’s significant progress in reducing crime, with only 13 murders recorded since the start of the year—the lowest in 25 years. Major crimes, including robberies and shootings, have seen a decline, although break-ins experienced a temporary spike earlier in the year. Minto assured that looting incidents reported shortly after the hurricane are now under control, with the community focusing on cleanup and rebuilding efforts.