A former member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) says he has been left questioning whether his 10 years of service to his country was worth it, having spent the last three years awaiting retroactive payments and payments for leave balances owed to him when he exited the force.

The ex-cop, who requested anonymity out of fear he would receive backlash for highlighting his plight, said he left the JCF in good standing, declining an opportunity to re-enlist in 2023. He said he followed the necessary exit protocols and received a certificate of service with a promise that outstanding payments would be transferred to him. However, three years later, that promise has not been kept.

General secretary of the Jamaica Police Federation, Sergeant Lloyd Duncan, said the federation has received multiple complaints from former service members who are experiencing delays in receiving payments and the federation is advocating on their behalf.