force orders no. 3408 Part I.pdf

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JAMAICA CONSTABULARY FORCE ORDERS 

‘We 

‘We Protect’ 

‘We Reassure’ 

PART I - ADMINISTRATION AND NOTIFICATIONS 

27 TH SEPTEMBER, 2012 SERIAL NO. 3408 

Sub. No. 1 

FROM THE PEN OF THE COMMISSIONER 

INTEGRATED BALLISTICS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (IBIS) AND COMMUNICATION 

FORENSICS AND CYBERCRIME UNIT (CFCU) 

I am using this medium to encourage greater use of the Integrated Ballistics Identification 

System or IBIS and Communication Forensics and Cybercrime Unit (CFCU). These are just 

two of many proven technological capabilities at the disposal of the JCF that can enrich and 

strengthen investigations. 

For the period January to April 13, 2012, 76 firearms have been linked by ballistics to two or 

more crime scenes across the country. In 39 or 51% of these hits, the firearms used were 

connected to incidents in two or more divisions. 

IBIS analysis linked eight (8) crime scenes involving one particular 9mm pistol. This firearm 

was involved in the killing of 16 persons (five at one time and four on one other occasion) 

between St. Catherine North and St. Catherine South divisions from 2010-11. This example 

gives an indication of the level of movement of armed criminals or firearms concealed in 

vehicles and on the person. 

Members of the JCF are encouraged to fully exploit IBIS, which in turn, allows for tracking of 

gun-specific information and connection of a particular firearm to multiple crime scenes, 

irrespective of geographic location. This will enable investigators to link firearms involved in 

multiple scenes, which will improve detection, arrest, and clear-up of serious crimes. 

Investigators should observe the following guidelines when investigating shootings and gun 

murders: 

· Look at the relationship between the communities where the guns are used and the 

persons to be arrested in order to stop the use of the guns. 

· Establish details of prominent criminal suspects in the community where murders 

are committed – look at day and time of each incident to determine the modus 

operandi of the major players. 

· Ascertain if the victims and witnesses know/knew each other. 

· Determine location of the incident where guns featured in shootings/murders and 

gangs to which the guns and victims are associated. This will give an indication of 

the gang which owns a particular gun. 

· Shift Commanders are to use operational brief on IBIS results to focus operational 

assets in communities to retrieve particular guns, which can in turn reduce killings 

and gunshot injuries. 

· Where IBIS “link chart” is showing one firearm linked to shootings in several 

divisions, Area Crime Officers should ensure these connections are thoroughly 

examined at case conferences and on proactive operations. 

· Link charts are to be shared with personnel on the front line for their information. 

· Upon appreciating all serious crime reports, detectives should ascertain if the victim 

or perpetrators have or used cellular phones and apply through the CFCU for cell 

phone data which can assist in the investigation of crime. 

Responsible Use of Social Media 

I am using this opportunity to remind members of the consequences of unlawful and 

irresponsible use of social media and the internet. Members must acquaint themselves with 

Force Policy governing the subject and strive for strict compliance. My attention was drawn to 

photographs of a recently murdered colleague which was being circulated via social media. 

This is grossly irresponsible and insensitive to the dignity of the deceased as well as his family. 

To the extent that members were involved in this, I appeal to you to desist. There is another 

case brought to my attention where a member used a JCF web page as a medium to engage in 

verbal abuse of some other person in a shockingly disgraceful manner. This incident is the 

subject of an internal investigation with a view to taking disciplinary action. Please be warned! 

Any citizen making a report at any police station must be issued 

with a receipt by the police officer taking the report.

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FORCE ORDERS (CONT’D) 


FROM THE PEN OF THE COMMISSIONER (CONT’D) 

Attacks on Police Personnel 

We note with much concern recent violent attacks on serving and past members of the Police 

Force, as well as an off-duty soldier in his community. While we have seen significant 

improvement in officer-safety over the last two years, these recent attacks serve as a reminder 

that, notwithstanding our efforts, there are elements in our society who are determined to kill 

members of the security forces. Our response to these attacks must be professional, disciplined 

and educated. Those who attack our members must be made to understand that our response 

will be swift, decisive and unrelenting. My observation is that most recent attacks occur when 

members are off duty and in communities where they live. This suggests that the threat may 

accompany us off the job; hence our level of alertness and anticipation must remain high at all 

times. 

I am on record for giving full support to any member who acts swiftly and lawfully in the 

protection of self or others from violent criminal attacks. This will not change. Be alert, be 

careful and count on the support of the High Command. 

Sub. No. 2 

JAMAICA CONSTABULARY FORCE SUPPORT OF NATIONAL INITIATIVE IN 

RESPONSE TO ABUSE AND VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND CHILDREN 

The Jamaica Constabulary Force offers its support to initiatives/events planned for Friday, 

September 28, 2012, in response to acts of abuse and violence meted-out to women and 

children. 

In this regard, members and especially women police are encouraged to lend active support to 

legitimate initiatives and use this opportunity to distribute pamphlets that will help educate 

women and children on how to enhance their safety. 

Sub. No. 3 

REMINDER - INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF JCF PATROL LOG BOOKS FOR CITIZENS 

AND JCF PATROL VISIT REGISTER 

Having regard to the need for the police to reassure business operators and the general 

citizenry, divisional commanders are hereby reminded to re-visit directives previously given 

regarding the use of Patrol Log Books and the Patrol Visit Register. These books are still 

available at the Establishment Section, Personnel Division and arrangements are to be made by 

divisional commanders to acquire same for use by their patrol teams. 

Force Orders No. 3281 Part I Sub. No. 1 dated 2010-04-22 is also republished as a reminder and 

for general information of members. 

In keeping with the commitment of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) to ensure greater 

accountability for its operations and provide safety in public spaces, Patrol Books and 

Visit Registers have been established for patrols and critical locations within Divisions, 

this will also provide additional opportunities for interfacing with citizens. 

1) Patrol Log Books: 

• Must be kept in patrol units 

• Must be checked by supervisors, commanding officers and visiting officers 

• Must be completed in accordance with prescribed headings 

• Must record all patrol activities 

2) Patrol Visit Registers 

Critical Locations include: 

ü Well established business enterprises 

ü Financial Institutions 

ü Reputable Citizens (JPs, Custodes etc.) 



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ü Petrol/Service Stations 

ü Government Agencies (Collectorate of Taxes, Hospitals etc.) 






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REMINDER - INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF JCF PATROL LOG BOOKS FOR CITIZENS 

AND JCF PATROL VISIT REGISTER 

• Station Commanders and Divisional Officers are to liaise with the operators of the 

critical locations where the Patrol Visit Registers are placed. 

• A list of these locations must be posted conspicuously inside the stations. A copy 

of the listing must be forwarded to Inspectorate of Constabulary to facilitate 

audits/inspections and to Deputy Commissioner of Police Operations and Crime. 

• Patrols are required to visit these locations and sign the register. 

• Operators of these facilities or reputable persons will counter sign to verify patrol 

visit. 

• These locations will be visited and audited by Sub-Officers, Divisional 

Commanders and other Officers from time to time. 

Sub. No. 4 

REMINDER - MANNING OF MAJOR TRANSPORTATION AND BUSINESS CENTRES 

Force Orders 3276 Part I Sub. No. 1 dated 2010-03-18 treating on manning of major 

transportation and business centres is republished for general information and compliance. 

A major gap in our high visibility strategy is the lack of presence at major 

transportation and business centres island-wide. 

The sheer volume of persons and number of activities within these centres create 

opportunities for conflicts such as street fights which on many occasions result in 

deaths, and a host of unlawful activities, to include robberies and extortion. Visible 

uniformed presence is therefore a key deterrent factor to those who might want to 

commit crimes in these environments. 

Divisional Officers are hereby directed to ensure that police presence, (foot and mobile - 

including covert patrols where necessary) is maintained in these areas from early 

morning until cessation of activities. 

In addition, Divisional Officers are to submit a weekly deployment plan regarding the 

policing of major transportation and business centres in their commands to the Deputy 

Commissioner of Police, Operations and Crime Portfolio. 

The list of the transportation centres islandwide is attached as Appendix ‘A’ to Force 

Orders No. 3276 dated 2010-03-18. 

Sub. No. 5 

COMPETENCE IN DETECTION OF HUMAN REMAINS (CADAVER) AND SEARCH 

AND RESCUE – CANINE DIVISION 

The Canine Division acquired training dogs that are competent and ready to work in the 

discipline of human remains detection (cadaver) and search and rescue. They are competent to 

detect dead bodies and find live persons. 

To request the services of these dogs, contact can be made with Assistant Commissioner of 

Police, Operations at 322 2313 or Superintendent of Police, Canine at 882 1691 or the Canine 

Division at 928 1096. 

Sub. No. 6 

PUBLIC OFFICERS - STATUTORY DECLARATION OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES OF 

INCOME 

Attached to these Orders as Appendix ‘A’ is a circular from the Office of the Services 

Commissions (Central Government) 30 National Heroes Circle, Kingston 4, treating on the 

public officers to whom the Corruption (Prevention) Act, 2001 applies to, for general 

information and compliance. 



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PUBLIC OFFICERS - STATUTORY DECLARATION OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES OF 

INCOME (CONT’D) 

Officers are advised to become acquainted with the provisions of the Corruption (Prevention) 

Act as well as the Corruption (Prevention) Regulations, 2003 to prevent any criminal or 

disciplinary action being taken against them. 

The circular should be placed at a strategic position on the notice board and distributed where 

possible. 

Sub. No. 7 

UPDATE – COMMUNICATION FORENSIC AND CYBERCRIME UNIT (CFCU) 

For all investigations involving digital device(s), attribution/ (ownership) is a critical link in the 

investigative process. It is an important step to attribute a digital device in at least three 

different ways. 

Forms of attribution: 

ü Actual or constructive possession 

ü Adoption in an interview or question and answer 

ü Witness statement (relatives, friends or place of work, worship etc.) 

ü Account, billing or subscriber information 

ü DNA 

Investigators should ensure that a proper CFCU “on-site attribution form” or any type of 

documentation is used to capture attribution information. 

Cyber Security Tip 

“CYBER SQUATTING” is a new type of cybercrime which entails the acquiring and using of a 

domain name of a trademark on the internet to make monetary profit. This action is considered 

to be in bad faith when the domain name of prominent zor entity trademark is purchased by 

unscrupulous person(s) and then sold at a greater price to the legitimate owner. 

Organized Crime Investigation Division, 8-10 Ocean Boulevard. Tel. Nos. 9675948, 9223288, 

9761389 Email cfcu@jcf.gov.jm 

Sub. No. 8 

REVISED PROJECTED VACANCIES IN THE JAMAICA CONSTABULARY FORCE FOR 

2012 

With reference to Force Orders No. 3378 Part I Sub. No. 7 dated 2012-01-01, the projected 

vacancies in the Jamaica Constabulary Force for 2012 has been revised as under: 

RANK PROJECTED VACANCIES FOR 2012 

Senior Superintendent 6 

Superintendent 15 

Deputy Superintendent 25 

Inspector 100 

Sergeant 150 

Corporal 200 

Sub. No. 9 

POLICE OFFICERS’ ASSOCIATION ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 

The Police Officers’ Association Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday 2012-10-18 

commencing at 9:30am at Jewels (formerly Breezes, Runaway Bay, St. Ann). 



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All available officers are invited to attend. 



Sub. No. 10 

LIST OF CHAPLAINS – JAMAICA CONSTABULARY FORCE 

Set out hereunder is the list of chaplains and their contact particulars for general information. 

Status/Area Name Office Address Contact 

No. 

Chief 

Bishop Gary 

Chaplain Welsh 

SRIT, Producers 

Building, 6A 

Oxford Road, 

Kingston 5 

Email Address 

819-3902 garywelsh2003@yahoo.c 

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gary.welsh@jcf.gov.jm 

chaplaincy@jcf.gov.jm 

Recruits in 

Training 

Area 1 

- Jamaica Police 

Academy 

Rev. Summit Police 

Courtney Complex Sunset 

Walters Blvd., Montego 

Bay, St. James 

984-3858 

Ext. 2398 

280-4463 

(Cell) 952- 

4824 (O) 

chaplaincy@jcf.gov.jm 

courtj59@yahoo.com 

Courtney.Walters@jcf.go 

v.jm 

Area1chaplaincy@jcf.gov 

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Area 2 

Rev. Roy 

Wickham 

Area 2 Police Hq. 

Pompano Complex 

Tower Isles, St. 

Mary 

975-4228 

877-4370 

roywicky@yahoo.com 

Roy.Wickham@jcf.gov.j 

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Area 3 

Rev. 

Carlton 

Tulloch 

Area 3 Hq. 

3 DeCarteret Road, 

Mandeville 

371-5707 tullochcarlton@yahoo.co 

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Carlton.tulloch@jcf.gov.j 

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Area 4 

Father Paul 

Collier 

127 Harbour Street, 

Kingston 

564-1299 pocollier@yahoo.com 

Paul.Collier@jcf.gov.jm 


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Area 5 

Rev. 

Penelope 

Morgan- 

Owens 

Bridgeport Police 

Station, 1 Eberile 

Drive, Portmore, 

St. Catherine 

988-2697 

381-3404 

564-3551 

penelopem@cwjamaica.c 

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Penelope.Morganowens@jcf.gov.jm 


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Non- 

Geographic 

Formations 

Rev. 

Lenford 

Newell 

Jamaica 

Constabulary 

Training Complex 

(Jamaica Police 

Academy) 

Twickenham Park, 

Spanish Town, St. 

Catherine 

354- 

0339/439- 

7945 

984-2275 

lenfordnewell50@yahoo. 

com 

Lenford.Newell@jcf.gov.j 

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LIST OF CHAPLAINS – JAMAICA CONSTABULARY FORCE (CONT’D) 

24 Hours Call 

Centre 

Chief 

Chaplain 

SRIT, Producers 

Building, 6A 

Oxford Road, 

Kingston 5 

754 0802/ 

0600, 754 

0900 ext 

3432 

Chaplaincy@jcf.gov.jm 

Sub. No. 11 

REMINDER - RELOCATION OF THE CHAPLAINCY UNIT 

The Chaplaincy Unit is now located at Producers House Building, 1 st Floor Strategic Review 

Implementation Team (SRIT), 6A Oxford Road, Kingston 5. 

The telephone numbers are 754 0802, 754 0600, 754 0900 extension 3432. 

Sub. No. 12 

REVISED MONTHLY PAYMENTS – PUBLIC SECTOR EMPLOYEES ON THE 

GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES ONLY (GEASO) 

HEALTH SCHEME 

Attached to these Orders as Appendix ‘B’ is a circular from the Ministry of Finance and 

Planning, Public Service Establishment Division, 30 National Heroes Circle, P.O. Box 512, 

Kingston treating on the revised monthly rates to be deducted for Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited 

from October 2012 salaries, for general information. 

Sub. No. 13 

GRANTING OF LEAVE IN THE YULETIDE SEASON 

Commanding Officers are hereby reminded of the need to manage the grant of vacation leave 

and departmental leave in the period leading up to and during the yuletide season. 

Rule 4.16 of the Book of Rules is relevant and states: 

‘Departmental leave may not be granted to any member between the 20 th December and 

the 6 th day of January, except in exceptional circumstances.’ 

Steps are therefore to be taken to ensure the availability of an adequate number of personnel to 

treat with the exigencies associated with the period leading into the Christmas period. 

Commanding Officers are also required to submit a report to Assistant Commissioner of Police, 

Administration in instances where members granted vacation leave or departmental leave up 

to December 19, report sick thereafter. 

Sub. No. 14 

REMINDER - CLOSED AUCTION – GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES 

There will be a closed auction of motor vehicles and miscellaneous items intended for 

government employees (who are employed for at least two years) on October 2, 2012. This 

sale will be held at the Ministry of Finance and Planning, Board of Survey Unit, 1 Shalimar 

Avenue, Kingston 3. 

Viewing of items for sale will be allowed during the period September 17-28, 2012 between the 

hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm Mondays to Fridays. 

For additional information on the registration process and any other query contact 932 5234 or 

932 5224. 

NB. Persons who have benefitted from the 20% concession within the last five years will NOT 

be allowed to participate in the motor vehicle section of the auction. 



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Sub. No. 15 

APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DIRECTOR, RENT SERVICES (GMG/SEG 2) IN THE 

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT, WORKS AND HOUSING 

Attached to these Orders as Appendix ‘C’ is a circular from the Office of the Services 

Commissions (Central Government), 30 National Heroes Circle, Kingston 4 inviting 

applications to fill the post of Director, Rent Services (GMG/SEG 2) in the Ministry of 

Transport, Works and Housing for general information. 

Sub. No. 16 

APPLICANTS FOR UNITS AT THE ORGANIZED CRIME INVESTIGATION DIVISION 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to staff units at the Organized Crime 

Investigation Division. 

Applicants must satisfy the following requirements:- 

· Must have an aptitude for investigations 

· Be dynamic and be a positive team player 

· Must be disciplined, honest and hard-working 

· Have accounting, finance or auditing background (would be an asset) 

· Must be able to work without supervision and be self-motivated 

· Must display excellent conduct and deportment 

· Possess excellent written and oral communication skills 

· Possessing professional/technical knowledge in computing and networking (would be 

an asset) 

· Possess high-ethical and moral values 

· Having good analytical skills and working knowledge of technological trends and 

processes (would be an asset) 

Applications must be accompanied by resume and submitted through the appropriate channel 

to reach the Senior Superintendent of Police, Organized Crime Investigation Division, Shop 68, 

8-10 Ocean Boulevard, Kingston Mall, no later than September 28, 2012. 

NB. Responses will be sent to short-listed applicants only. 

Sub. No. 17 

REMINDER - HIGH POTENTIAL DETECTIVE TRAINING PROGRAMME (HPDTP) 

EXAMINATION 

The High Potential Detective Training Programme (HPDTP) Examination will be held on 

October 5 th and 12 th , 2012 at the Jamaica Police Academy commencing at 9:00am on both days. 

On the 5 th , candidates will be required to do Mathematics and English and on the 12 th , Laws 

and Police Procedures and Systematic Reasoning. 

Candidates are advised to make their own arrangements for lunch. 

Sub. No. 18 

APPLICANTS FOR THE TECHNICAL SERVICES DIVISION, QUESTIONED DOCUMENT 

SECTION 

Applications are invited from suitable qualified members from the rank of Constables and 

Corporals to be a part of the Questioned Document Section, Criminal Investigation Branch, 

Technical Services Division, 34 Duke Street, Kingston. 

Applicants must satisfy the following requirements: 

• Good interpersonal skills 

• Good written and oral communication skills 

• An excellent record of integrity 

• Ability to absorb training to implement changes and operate in a dynamic and 

challenging environment 



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APPLICANTS FOR THE TECHNICAL SERVICES DIVISION, QUESTIONED DOCUMENT 

SECTION (CONT’D) 

• Commanding presence and supervisory skills (Corporals only) 

• Computer skills would be an asset 

Applications should be submitted through the appropriate channel to reach the Superintendent 

of Police, Technical Services Division, no later than September 28, 2012. 

Sub. No. 19 

PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT OF PHYSICAL INJURIES – MEDICAL SERVICES 

BRANCH 

Attached to these Orders as Appendix ‘D’ are self-help tips on how to prevent and manage 

physical injuries from the Medical Services Branch for general information. 

Sub. No. 20 

LETTERS OF APPRECIATION 

Attached to these Orders as Appendices ‘E’ to ‘F’ are letters of appreciation from the following 

persons:- 

‘E’ 

‘F’ 

Ms. Sally Porteous, CD, JP, Custos Rotulorum of Manchester. 

Ms. Pamela E. Bridgewater, Ambassador, Embassy of the United States of America, 

Kingston. 

Mr. Owen L. Ellington, CD, JP, M.Sc., B.Sc. 

Commissioner 

The Jamaica Constabulary Force 

Per: 

Clarence L. Taylor, JP, B.Sc., ACP 

For Assistant Commissioner of Police 

(ADMINISTRATION BRANCH)

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