A policeman was shot and killed on the Sandy Bay main road, in May Pen, Clarendon, this morning (August 5).

He has been identified as 32-year-old Constable Justin Martin, who was attached to the St. Catherine North police division.

Constable Martin’s licensed firearm was also stolen.

Reports are that the Constable was among other patrons at a bar about 12:10 AM, when armed men accosted them. A struggle reportedly ensued during which Constable Martin was shot multiple times.

He was taken to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries whilst undergoing treatment.

The police high command has expressed condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Martin, while noting that the force’s chaplaincy branch and welfare department are providing support to them.