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JAM | May 28, 2026

Beryllium and Guardsman Group to extend help to those affected by explosion on South Camp Road 

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Nicholas Benjamin, Deputy Executive Chairman, shakes hands with Tom Baldwin, Emergency Medical Technician from Trinity Air Ambulance, while Kenny Benjamin, Executive Chairman, stands in support as burn victims are assisted onto the aircraft for transfer to the United States for specialised medical treatment.

Beryllium Limited continues to express deep concern and sadness following the tragic incident which occurred on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at a garage facility located adjacent to the Beryllium compound on South Camp Road, Kingston.

The incident involved an explosion and subsequent fire affecting a vehicle located on the garage property.

It is with profound sadness that we confirm that one of the individuals injured in the incident, an external contractor performing work within the garage facility, has unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones during this extremely difficult time.

Two of the injured individuals have now been airlifted via air ambulance to the United States to receive specialised burn treatment and critical care. Another injured individual continues to receive medical treatment and support locally.

Kenny Benjamin, Executive Chairman, Guardsman Group; Nicholas Benjamin, Deputy Executive Chairman, Guardsman Group; and Andrew White, Aviation Security Manager, Guardsman Group, at the airport as affected individuals were airlifted to the United States to receive medical treatment.

The wellbeing, care, and recovery of those affected remain the absolute priority of Beryllium Limited and the wider Guardsman Group.

Since the incident, the company has been working closely with local and international medical professionals, emergency support teams, and relevant authorities to ensure that all necessary medical, logistical, and family support arrangements are in place for those affected.

Professional counsellors have also been engaged to provide emotional support and trauma counselling to members of staff affected by the incident at the location.

 Kenny Benjamin seeing the injured individuals off as they settled in the aircraft.

Beryllium Limited remains fully committed to supporting all affected individuals and their families while continuing to cooperate fully with the relevant authorities and ongoing investigations.

The company also wishes to thank the emergency responders, medical personnel, counsellors, and members of staff who have acted swiftly, compassionately, and professionally in response to the incident.

As Psalm 46 reminds us, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”

Beryllium Limited is Jamaica’s leading currency management and high-risk outsourcing company, providing secure, efficient, and technology-driven solutions that support the financial operations of businesses across the island. With decades of experience in cash logistics, cash processing, vault management, ATM services, and end-to-end currency management solutions, Beryllium plays a critical role in supporting Jamaica’s financial and commercial sectors.

Driven by innovation, technology, and data analytics, the company continues to evolve beyond traditional cash-in-transit services to offer integrated financial processing and operational support solutions designed to improve efficiency, security, transparency, and business continuity. Beryllium remains committed to delivering world-class service, operational excellence, and trusted partnership to small, medium, and large enterprises throughout Jamaica.

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