KINGSTON, Jamaica – Five men including two 17 year olds have been charged with possession of a prohibited weapon and unauthorised possession of ammunition in connection with the seizure of a firearm.

Charged following an incident on Constitution Hill, St Andrew, on Thursday, are:

Reports are that about 1:15 pm, a police team was pursuing investigative leads which led the lawmen to the location, where a group consisting of five males suspected of being armed, was seen on the roadway. They were accosted, and during a search, one Smith and Wesson revolver loaded with three rounds of ammunition was found on the ground in front of all five accused. They were subsequently arrested and charged.