Incidents of Gunfire in Kingston

WARDENS PLEASE PASS APRIL 17, 2007

The United States Embassy confirmed with Jamaican Constabulary Force two incidents of gunfire that occurred today in the Denham Town and Arnett Gardens areas of Kingston.  The separate incidents occurred this morning and early this afternoon.  Police report that at least two victims were killed in each incident.  American citizens should monitor the local news for further information, and may wish to avoid traveling through these areas.

American citizens in Jamaica who require emergency assistance can contact the Embassy at (876) 702-6000.

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution, Public Announcements, and Travel Warnings can be found.  Up to date information on safety and security can be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the U.S., or for callers outside the U.S. and Canada, a regular toll-line at 1-202-501-4444.  These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, except on U.S. federal holidays.