Strategic Investment Driving Down Crime
Jamaica continues to see a steady decline in serious crime, the result of sustained investment, structured planning, and a clear focus on strengthening national security.
Speaking at a recent event, Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness pointed to the shift in narrative surrounding crime trends and public safety.
“When crime was going up, there was no hesitation to assign blame. Now that the numbers are going down, they say the Government can’t take credit,” he said.
The Prime Minister outlined the practical steps taken to equip law enforcement with the tools and infrastructure needed to operate effectively.
The police force has grown from approximately 9,000 to over 14,000 officers.
New and upgraded police stations have been delivered across the island.
Communication systems and digital recordkeeping have been modernized.
Mobility and logistical support have been significantly improved.
“The police are better supported than they have ever been,” the Prime Minister noted.
“That is not by accident. It is the result of consistent investment and structured leadership.”
He noted that crime reduction is not a passive outcome, but a product of deliberate choices made over time, backed by resources, policy, and execution.
“You cannot separate results from the work that produced them. That is true in every sector, and it is true here,” the Prime Minister said.
The Government continues its long-term focus on citizen safety because the Jamaican people deserve to live and work in safe communities.