PORTLAND, Jamaica — Law enforcement authorities in Portland parish have issued a composite sketch and launched a manhunt for an individual accused of orchestrating an elaborate liquor theft scheme valued at over J$100,000 from a local hospitality establishment.
The suspect, operating under multiple aliases including ‘Dr Jamaurie Allen,’ ‘Dr Jay,’ and simply ‘Jay,’ is wanted in connection with obtaining goods through deceptive practices. Investigators believe the perpetrator resides in the Montego Bay area, though his criminal activities extended to Portland.
Police documentation indicates the incident occurred on July 25, 2025, approximately at 10:00 a.m., when the suspect allegedly arrived at the unnamed guest house presenting himself under false pretenses. Through what authorities describe as ‘calculated deception,’ the individual successfully acquired a substantial quantity of premium alcoholic beverages before absconding without providing compensation.
Subsequent attempts by both the establishment and law enforcement to establish communication regarding payment have proven futile, prompting formal criminal proceedings.
The San San Police Division has formally requested the suspect’s voluntary surrender at their station. Additionally, authorities are soliciting public assistance in locating the individual, encouraging community members with relevant information to contact San San Police at 876-993-3220, utilize the Crime Stop hotline at 311, call the emergency police number 119, or approach any nearby police station.
This case highlights ongoing challenges faced by Jamaica’s hospitality sector regarding fraud prevention and represents one of several high-value commodity thefts reported in recent months across the island’s tourist regions.