Cop killed, others injured in Sligoville gun battle

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October 16, 2026

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Cop killed, others injured in Sligoville gun battle

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ST CATHERINE, Jamaica — An ongoing gun battle in Sligoville, St Catherine, has left several cops injured and at least one lawman killed, according to reports reaching Observer Online.

A baby is also said to be among those injured in the incident.

Details surrounding the incident remain unclear, and the situation is reportedly ongoing.

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