Murders in Jamaica have increased by 7.4 per cent so far this year.
Former National Security Minister, Robert Montague, earlier this week called for the resumption of hanging in an impassioned plea, as the House of Representatives debated and passed the Firearms (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 2022.
Read more: Hang 'Em High - Montaque Calls For Resumption of Capital Punishment
Louisea McDonald, who was Jamaica's oldest resident, has died at age 111 – three months shy of her 112th birthday.
King Charles III says he feels “profound sorrow” at the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II, and has vowed to carry on her “lifelong service” to the nation.
Legislation containing more stringent gun control measures in Jamaica was approved on Wednesday evening in the House of Representatives.
Read more: House of Representatives approves new Firearms Act