Why Not Murder?

Why not murder (in Jamaica)? This is a very important question. As a rule, it is almost natural for people to do things that they can get away with. This was one of the concerns that is behind the origins of law, since it was and still is believed that 'man is by nature evil and must be kept in check'. In Jamaica, there is a belief that the probability of literally getting away with murder is very favorable (for a would-be murderer). Murder cases are hardly ever solved. And to add insult to injury, a prison break is always possible. There is inadequate and insufficient policing. There is a slow and ineffective justice system. And our fellow citizens (would-be murder victims) are of the view that to assist the Police to solve murder cases (and other crimes) is a very bad thing to do. In addition to this, there is a 'mickey-mouse' witness protection program. If you are a witness to a crime and you are determine to testify in court then you are better off taking your protection in your hands, before, during, and after the case.

So we kill each other becase we think we can get away with it. And why not? Why not? Our elected representatives don't understand that we all have one life that goes away forever when we are killed. Urgent action is needed. Help us tell the Jamaican government that we want urgent action. Time wasted results in additional loss of lives.

LIFE IS SACRED.