Director of Jamaica’s Integrity Fee shot; PM condemns incident

A senior worker of Jamaica’s Integrity Fee was shot and injured within the automotive park of the company’s workplaces in New Kingston.

The fee’s govt director Greg Christie confirmed to the Jamaica Gleaner that one in every of its administrators had been shot this morning.

In keeping with different studies, a briefcase in his possession was additionally reportedly taken.

The function of the Integrity Fee, amongst different issues, is to research alleged acts of corruption and situations of non-compliance with the Integrity Fee Act amongst parliamentarians, public officers, and different individuals; prosecute acts of corruption and offenses dedicated below the Act; and improve requirements of moral conduct for parliamentarians, public officers, and different individuals exercising public capabilities in Jamaica.

In a press release, Prime Minister Andrew Holness described the incident as an “appalling act of violence.”

“The Integrity Fee performs an important function in upholding the ideas of transparency, accountability, and integrity inside our nation. Any act of violence directed at people serving in such crucial roles is an affront to the values that our democracy stands for.

‘The Authorities has full confidence within the regulation enforcement businesses’ potential to swiftly examine this matter and convey these accountable to justice. We urge the general public to cooperate with the authorities of their efforts to make sure a radical and clear investigation,” the Prime Minister said.

Prime Minister Holness emphasised that “violence has no place in our society,” and these incidents shouldn’t deter Jamaicans from serving the nation with honesty and integrity.

“The Authorities of Jamaica stays dedicated to supporting the work of the Integrity Fee and can take all needed steps to make sure the security and safety of its employees. We name on all Jamaicans to face united in opposition to violence and to proceed working collectively for a brighter and extra affluent future for our beloved nation,” the assertion learn.