KINGSTON, Jamaica — Law enforcement authorities in Jamaica’s Manchester parish have launched a public appeal for community assistance, releasing artist composite sketches of two men still sought in connection with a brutal homicide that unfolded in the rural community of Dobson, Coleyville, on Saturday, 14 June 2025.
The victim of the attack has been identified as Ceejay Mongal, a 32-year-old day labourer who was also known locally by the nickname “Indian” and was a long-term resident of the Dobson area.
Detailed police accounts of the incident confirm that at approximately 5:00 a.m. that Saturday, Mongal was ambushed by a group of three men, who inflicted fatal chop wounds on him before fleeing the scene. First responders and local residents who arrived at the location shortly after the attack were unable to save Mongal, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
In the weeks following the homicide, investigators from the Mandeville Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) worked steadily to pursue leads and identify all persons involved in the attack. Their investigative efforts have already resulted in one suspect turning themselves in to authorities; that individual has been formally charged and is currently awaiting trial before the parish court. However, the two other alleged perpetrators have remained at large, evading police custody since the incident.
Using detailed witness descriptions of the two remaining suspects, the Manchester police’s criminal imaging unit has created accurate composite sketches to help members of the public recognize the men. Law enforcement is now urgently calling on any person who may have information about the suspects’ current whereabouts, or who has relevant details about the June 14 attack, to come forward to assist with the investigation.
Members of the public with information can contact the Mandeville CIB directly at 876-962-2832, reach the independent Crime Stop tip line at 311, call the national police emergency line at 119, or visit any nearby police station to share information. All tips can be submitted anonymously, and authorities confirm no person needs to provide their personal details to share relevant information.