Portmore farmer on gun charge
Published:Wednesday | September 10, 2025 | 10:00 AM
The Portmore police in St Catherine have charged a 34-year-old farmer following the seizure of a loaded gun while on patrol in Naggo Head.
Ryan Grant, who lives in the area, is charged with unauthorised possession of a prohibited weapon and unauthorised possession of ammunition.
The police report that at about 8:35 p.m. on Friday, 5 September, officers were patrolling the area when they observed Grant acting in a manner that aroused their suspicion.
Upon the approach of the police, Grant ran, and the officers gave chase.
He was quickly apprehended and searched, and a Glock .40 pistol with a magazine containing six 9mm rounds was reportedly taken from him.
Grant was charged on Monday, 8 September, following a question-and-answer session.
His court date is being finalised.
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