A senior worker of Jamaica’s Integrity Commission was shot and injured within the automobile park of the company’s places of work in New Kingston.
The fee’s government director Greg Christie confirmed to the Jamaica Gleaner that one in all its administrators had been shot this morning.
In response to different studies, a briefcase in his possession was additionally reportedly taken.
The function of the Integrity Fee, amongst different issues, is to analyze 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 underneath the Act; and improve requirements of moral conduct for parliamentarians, public officers, and different individuals exercising public features in Jamaica.
In an announcement, Prime Minister Andrew Holness described the incident as an “appalling act of violence.”
“The Integrity Fee performs an important function in upholding the rules of transparency, accountability, and integrity inside our nation. Any act of violence directed at people serving in such essential roles is an affront to the values that our democracy stands for.
‘The Authorities has full confidence within the legislation 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 protection 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.