Buff Bay Records Second Murder in 2025 Amid Rising Crime in Portland

Buff Bay has seen its second murder in 2025, increasing Portland’s total to six killings this year. The victim was shot while walking, and recent incidents show a pattern of gun violence. In response, police conducted raids to address these issues.

The town of Buff Bay in Portland, Jamaica, has recorded its second murder of the year on March 31, 2025, following the first incident on January 31. This unfortunate event brings the total number of murders in the parish to six for the year. The recent victim, a man who had recently been released from incarceration, was murdered while walking on Russell Avenue near Buff Bay Primary. He sustained gunshot wounds to his upper body from a moving vehicle.

In a concerning trend, all four of the last murders in the parish involved gun violence. In response to escalating violence, the police have conducted a significant raid over the weekend at a petrol station in the community, targeting illegal firearms and cash operations. Authorities are increasing efforts to ensure safety and address the rising crime rates in the area.

In summary, Buff Bay has witnessed a troubling increase in violent crime with the recent murder being the second recorded in 2025 and contributing to an alarming total of six murders in Portland this year. The police’s reaction, including the raid at a petrol station, reflects a determined effort to combat this surge in gun-related violence and enhance community safety.

Original Source: www.jamaicaobserver.com