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HTI | Jan 13, 2025

Haitians arrested in St Thomas

ABIGAIL BARRETT

ABIGAIL BARRETT / Our Today

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Three Haitian nationals have been detained, including a minor, on suspicion of unlawful entry into Jamaica.

Reportedly, the individuals were discovered at a Golden Grove, St Thomas residence, around 5:30 pm on Friday. Among those held is an eight-year-old boy.

Law enforcement also took a 41-year-old man from Arcadia, Lyssons, into custody on suspicion of harbouring the group.

The Passport, Immigration & Citizenship Agency (PICA) has joined the investigation.

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