As with any such incidents, the first "information" may not be the most clear or entirely accurate. "Inaccurate, vague" count assertion as well as odd and impossible comments about hiding the truth in the year 2014 with near everyone having access to read and broadcast news instantly does seem to verge on tabloid activity rather than actual beneficial information for visitors to Negril.
These incidents happened to real people, with real families who are now grieving for their loved ones. A little compassion and understanding can go a long way, especially when the raw feelings are in their first day or two. Our thoughts and prayers go out to their family and friends.
28-year-old James Sorrell lived in Falmouth which is considered the western side of the island although it is on the north coast of Jamaica. Falmouth is located about 2 hours from Negril, about 30 minutes past Montego Bay, on the road toward Ocho Rios.
Police report that Sorrell was sitting having drinks with friends in Falmouth when an armed man approached from behind and opened fire.
The incident that happened in Negril occurred on Villa La Cage Road. Junior Salmon, 25, of Jericho, Hanover, nickname of Demon, had moved from Jericho, which is inland between Lucea and Sandy Bay to the residence in Negril.
Police report that Salmon was at home when two men entered the premises. Salmon and the men became embroiled in a dispute when the men pulled firearms. He tried to escape by running, but was chased by the men and they shot him.
He died on the spot. The attackers then escaped on Salmon’s motorbike.
