PORTLAND, Jamaica — Law enforcement authorities in Portland have publicly circulated composite sketches depicting two individuals sought for questioning in a serious firearms incident. The event occurred in the Mount Hermon vicinity of Swift River on the afternoon of Wednesday, February 4.
According to official reports, the incident unfolded at approximately 3:00 p.m. when an unidentified male pedestrian was ambushed. A grey Suzuki Swift motor vehicle abruptly halted near the victim, from which an armed assailant disembarked and discharged multiple rounds. The victim sustained gunshot wounds before the perpetrator swiftly fled the scene in the awaiting vehicle.
Following the formal reporting of the assault to local authorities, detectives from the Portland police division collaborated with the victim to generate detailed composite illustrations of two potential suspects. The police have initiated a public appeal, directly urging the implicated individuals to voluntarily surrender themselves at the Port Antonio Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) or any nearby police facility without delay.
Concurrently, investigators are soliciting assistance from the broader community, encouraging any persons possessing relevant information to step forward. Confidential tips can be directed to the Port Antonio CIB at 876-715-0013, the national Crime Stop hotline at 311, the emergency police line 119, or any local law enforcement outpost.