The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has elevated its threat level, following the fatal shooting of a high-ranking member of the 7’s gang yesterday.

Dead is Shacqol Pounal, otherwise called ‘track star’, of Content Avenue, Kingston 10.

Pounal was a person of interest in a quadruple murder on Ayshire Avenue, Kingston 10, on November 25, 2024, as well as other incidents under investigation.

The JCF says the 7’s gang, which operates in sections of Waltham Park, St. Andrew, has issued threats of reprisal in response to Pounal’s death.

As a result, all members of the JCF are urged to exercise extreme vigilance, particularly within the corporate area, and to act lawfully in safeguarding themselves.

The police are also urging criminals to surrender peacefully when confronted by lawmen.

The JCF is reaffirming its unwavering commitment to maintaining law and order and emphasizes that it will continue to pursue those involved in criminal activities.

It’s urging the public to share information on criminal activity by calling anonymously through Crime Stop at 311, the National Intelligence Bureau at 811, the 119 emergency numbers, or by visiting the nearest police station.