The jamaica gleaner

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Following the fatal shooting of the reputed leader of the One Order Gang, security forces are now on high alert as they work to maintain order in Spanish Town, St Catherine.

Othneil Lobban otherwise called ‘Thickman’ was reportedly shot and killed by members of the Joint Anti-Gang Task Force (JAGTF) at Six Miles in St Andrew about 10:30 pm on Wednesday.

In a statement Thursday morning, the police said they remain on high alert due to an extreme threat level but assured the public they were taking all necessary measures to ensure their safety as well as that of the force.

The police noted attempts by supporters of the deceased to disrupt the area but said the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) were maintaining a strong presence on the ground and had the situation under control.

Lobban was listed as one of the top five most wanted