Jamaican authorities have declared a state of emergency in a second parish after a surge in violent crimes that resulted in the death of dozens of people. “Under these enhanced security measures, the security forces will have extraordinary powers and some (citizens’) rights will be suspended,” said the prime minister at a press conference. Under the state of emergency, the security forces would have the power to search and detain people without a warrant. “The security forces are expected and have been directed to treat citizens with respect and (to) protect the dignity and safety of all Jamaicans,” the prime minister warned. A joint military and police patrol team arrested nearly a hundred people on Monday after the state of emergency declaration.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 21, 2018 12:33 UTC