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Police foil alleged car theft in Kingston; one arrested

Published:Tuesday | January 13, 2026 | 10:54 AM
The Toyota Probox motor car involved in an attempted theft in Allman Town, Kingston, which led to the arrest of one man by police on January 13, 2026. 
-Andre Williams photo
The Toyota Probox motor car involved in an attempted theft in Allman Town, Kingston, which led to the arrest of one man by police on January 13, 2026. 

A police patrol foiled an alleged attempt to steal a motor car in Allman Town, Kingston, on Tuesday morning. One man was arrested after his accomplices reportedly fled in another vehicle, leaving him at the scene.

The incident occurred shortly after 4 a.m. at the corner of Great George Street and Sarah Street, where two men allegedly tried to pry open the front door of the vehicle.

Gunshots reportedly rang out during the encounter and the men attempted to head back to a separate car. However, the vehicle drove off leaving one of the suspects, who was later arrested.

Car theft has been a persistent crime issue in Jamaica in recent years, prompting heightened police vigilance in high-risk areas.

-Andre Williams

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