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Body of Teen Recovered After Vehicle Plunges into Rio Cobre

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The body of 17-year-old Oniesh Derby was recovered after a vehicle he was driving plunged into the Rio Cobre in St Catherine on Monday night. Key Points: The incident occurred near Flat Bridge. Derby reportedly lost control of a Toyota Hiace motor truck. The vehicle veered off the road and entered the river. Jamaica Defence Force divers recovered the body on Tuesday. Authorities confirmed that the teenage driver lost control of the vehicle while traveling along the roadway, resulting in the vehicle leaving the road and plunging into the Rio Cobre. Emergency teams later initiated recovery efforts. Divers from the Jamaica Defence Force successfully retrieved the body approximately one day after the incident. No additional casualties have been reported. The Flat Bridge area has long been regarded as a challenging route for motorists due to its narrow structure and proximity to the river. Incidents in this location have prompted ongoing discussions about road safety and infras...
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JCF Warns Public About Scam Targeting Vehicle Sellers and Drivers

Kimberly December 02, 2025 0 Comments


The Jamaica Constabulary Force is warning Jamaicans about a scam targeting people who are selling or have recently sold their motor vehicles. According to the JCF, scammers are calling vehicle owners, pretending to be police officers, and claiming the vehicle involved is stolen property. The criminals then pressure victims to make immediate payments to avoid supposed prosecution or to reimburse an imaginary buyer.

The scheme also involves using unsuspecting ride-share drivers to collect cash from victims. These drivers are told to pick up packages and deliver them to various locations, unaware that they may be transporting the proceeds of crime.

Superintendent Victor Barrett of C-TOC says the police are investigating the incidents and urging the public to remain cautious. He noted that scammers rely on fear and urgency to manipulate their victims.

The JCF has issued clear guidelines: never pay money to individuals over the phone, remember that no legitimate police operation involves collecting funds from citizens, and report suspicious calls immediately.

The public can report these incidents by contacting C-TOC at 876-967-1389, calling 119, or visiting the nearest police station.

Key Point:
The scam uses fake police calls and ride-share drivers to extort money from vehicle sellers.

Authorities urge Jamaicans to stay alert and report any suspicious activity to prevent further victimization.

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