Author: Kera
A proud Jamaican with a keen eye for powerful stories, I am a writer driven by the art of telling tales that inspire, inform, and captivate. With a deep passion for delivering news that resonates, I make it my mission to offer a refreshing perspective on the world around us. Whether diving into global headlines or exploring the vibrant world of entertainment, I am dedicated to providing transparent, credible, and thought-provoking content. My work bridges the gap between local insights and international conversations, offering readers a unique blend of perspectives that keep them engaged and informed. Join me on this journey where storytelling meets authenticity and news becomes a source of inspiration.
An elderly Clarendon man is in the hospital after he was shot by gunmen. The man was in the area of Nairne Castle in James Hill when the incident occurred on Wednesday night. Police say that the perpetrators opened fire around 8:13 p.m. Residents heard the explosion, and the officers were called to the scene. When the police arrived, the 65-year-old was found with gunshot wounds but showed signs of life. He was rushed to the hospital, where he was admitted for medical care. Officers also said the gunmen set his car ablaze before fleeing the scene. The police have…
A jet crashed and exploded, killing six people in North Carolina on Thursday. The deadly incident unfolded during a landing attempt at Statesville Regional Airport. Emergency crews rushed to the scene following the crash, which occurred around 10:15 a.m., according to a statement shared on social media by the airport. Officials confirmed that the aircraft involved was a private business jet owned by a company linked to former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle. Authorities said the jet went down while landing and burst into flames upon impact. The crash created a large fire visible across the airfield. Emergency response included members…
A woman was arrested and fired from her job after a video of her fighting inside a San Francisco restaurant went viral. The incident began with a heated argument between the female customer, later identified as Shireen Afkari, and the staff. Afkari appeared visibly intoxicated and upset after staff allegedly refused to continue serving her drinks at the bar. Afkari was seen arguing with a manager while recording on her phone, seemingly attempting to document what she believed was mistreatment. However, several customers began filming her in response as her behaviour grew increasingly disruptive. The woman continued to shout at…
A policeman was caught on camera shooting a motorist during a road rage incident in Wawayanda, New York. The officer, 33-year-old Anthony Simon, was off-duty around 3:45 p.m. last Thursday when he was driving along Dolsontown Road near McVeigh Road. Simon, an officer of the Kingston Police Department, was driving a Toyota pickup and got into conflict with a Volkswagen. Reports say that both drivers were cutting each other off on the road until the Volkswagen driver, 31-year-old Wallace Fisher of Middletown, suddenly stopped in the road to confront Simon. The roadside encounter quickly spiralled out of control. According to…
On Monday, St Andrew police were called to a crime scene in a Kingston 11 community, where a man was stabbed to death. The incident involved a trader who is now facing a murder charge. The Hunts Bay police have confirmed that the victim, 35-year-old Richard Walker, known to residents as “Richie”, died following a stabbing incident on Penn Avenue on December 15. The man charged in connection with his death is 23-year-old Adonii Hayles, also called “Bobo”. According to reports, the events unfolded around 8:20 p.m. when an argument broke out between Walker and Hayles. The dispute turned into…
St Andrew police arrested a justice of the peace who was allegedly taking money for signing documents. The JP’s alleged unlawful actions triggered a sting operation that was carried out on Monday. According to reports, the operation occurred after the police received complaints about the JP’s alleged misconduct. The service of signing and verifying official documents should be free of costs in Jamaica. However, the JP had been charging members of the public and even fell into the trap of charging an undercover agent. The reports suggested that the practice was not limited to strangers but also involved individuals known…
Chad Walker has responded publicly to social media influencer Drezel Simmonds’ explosive tell-all video, offering his own account of their troubled relationship during a sit-down interview on the Toxic Talk podcast with host Jaii Frais. The interview was recorded just hours after Drezel released her video, in which she accused Chad of being a narcissist, threatening her life, and deliberately spreading lies to destroy her reputation and brand. During the podcast, Chad firmly repeated his long-standing claim that an expensive gold chain belonging to him was allegedly stolen by Drezel. He said it went missing while Drezel was moving out…
A female hospital attendant has been hit with criminal charges for a fire at a residence in Hanvannah Heights in Clarendon. The accused, 54-year-old Jennifer Bachan, is facing arson and burglary charges in connection with an incident that occurred on Friday, December 12. Bachan, otherwise known as Sandra, is employed at a hospital in Christiana, Manchester. Prior to the fire, the hospital attendant suffered a broken leg. According to reports from the May Pen police, the arson is directly linked to the incident in which her leg was broken by a man. Reports say that Bachan and the man had…
A reported sexual assault on the campus of the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) in Portland has sparked outrage among students, who say the incident has deepened existing fears about their safety. The matter led to a protest on Tuesday, as frustrated students gathered on the institution’s western campus to demand stronger and more consistent security measures. Several protesters stressed that the incident was not isolated, noting that it marked the second alleged rape reported during their time at the college. According to police, the most recent incident occurred on Sunday night. Investigators say the female student had…
Social media influencer Drezel Simmonds has fanned the flames of another drama with a different ex while attempting to extinguish the allegations spread by Chad Walker. Her newly released tell-all video mentioned her ex-boyfriend Jerome, indicating he stole her travel business. These claims did not sit well with him and his current girlfriend, prompting them to publicly push back against the allegations. In her lengthy exposé, Drezel spoke broadly about being mistreated in past relationships and business dealings. While reflecting on her experiences, she stated that she had been “a victim” on several occasions and alleged that a travel business…