Jamaica: Police investigating killing of foreign national in Moneague, St. Ann Parish, as of April 11

Event

A police investigation into the death of an American national in Moneague, St. Ann Parish, is ongoing as of April 11. Reports indicate three assailants broke into the victim's residence, robbed him of cash, and fatally shot him at around 20:00 the previous day before fleeing in car. The attackers likely had financial motivations. Police have yet to arrest any suspects.

Moneague is approximately 44 km (27 miles) northwest of Kingston.

Context

Jamaica has a high murder rate, at approximately 45 per 100,000 people; much violent crime is connected to gangs.