KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican law enforcement authorities are calling upon the nation’s most wanted fugitives to voluntarily surrender following the peaceful apprehension of a high-profile gang leader this week. The appeal comes after Courtney Ashley, alias ‘Bloodstain’—a prime suspect on the Area Four police Most Wanted list—was captured without incident during a tactical operation in Portmore, St Catherine.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Michael Phipps publicly commended Ashley’s compliance during the arrest, which occurred within the gated community of Phoenix Park. According to official reports, members of the St Catherine South Special Operations team confronted Ashley alongside another male individual and a female associate at approximately 7:10 PM on Monday. Although Ashley and his male companion initially attempted flight, security forces promptly intercepted and detained all three individuals.
Investigators subsequently conducted a thorough search of the premises, resulting in the seizure of multiple evidentiary items including electronic devices such as laptops and cellular phones, a card reader, and substantial quantities of both Jamaican and United States currency.
ACP Phipps emphasized the operational benefits of peaceful surrender, stating: ‘Ashley’s cooperative disposition eliminated any necessity for forceful engagement. We strongly urge other high-risk targets and wanted persons to emulate this example when confronted by security personnel.’
The police commander further issued a stern warning to civilians against harboring fugitives, indicating that the detained woman faces potential prosecution for providing refuge to a wanted individual. Ashley himself remains in custody facing multiple charges including homicide and organized violence allegations linked to his purported leadership of the Bottom Marverly Gang.