State of Emergency in JAMAICA Explained.

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

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[@lincolnashley2407]

Was f.c.c ,fs CDq,torae

[@bulufish8208]

The luv for a country were u was not born is admirable. And your eloquent way of keeping everyone informed 👍 is the best 👌.

[@Roadbunny777]

Thank you for choosing my beautiful island 🏝 of Jamaica 🇯🇲 to be your home. ❤ from 🇨🇦. Peace ✌️ to 🇺🇦

[@orlando9510]

It's now over a year since I have returned. I have decided against having a TV and a radio so I have no drama and no crime in my life. To be honest, I have a more peaceful life in Jamaica than I had in Germany. Strange for a "crime ridden" country. Isn't it?

[@keys6]

Tell the locals that... my entire family live in Jamaica and there's no hiding..the gun crime (for a 2.9m pop) is one of the highest in the world...

[@orlando9510]

@@keys6 I can only relate to what I experience. Not to statistics nor what is shown on TV (I haven't owned a TV since 1999). I have not heard a single gunshot since living here in Jamaica and I haven't experienced any crime. I even sleep with my door open from time to time and I don't live in a gated community. I also don't know anyone who has directly experienced gun crimes. None of my relatives that I know have. But then again it depends on where you live and whom you associate with. Based on my experience, crime is not the main issue in Jamaica.

[@chriskman71]

Hello! We just got back from one of our several trips we'll make this year. Everyday we took our regular route taxi to the downtown bus stop area or baywest medical center. From there we would walk straight through town to the hip strip to Docs cave, and honestly the people couldn't have been any nicer. I'd rather walk down there than walk here in the US.

[@keys6]

Tourists...especially white...are least affected by crime in Ja...

[@keithfrancis747]

I love this woman 😅 She keeps me informed .

[@Porscheman1]

I was there in the Winter of 2017 when a State of Emergency was declared. It was one stop near the airport and we were on our way to Ocho Rios. Never had an issue or incident.

[@dolphins3291]

Such a valuable perspective at the end of a wonderfully well-researched & presented video! We wish more of us could be exposed to this -- including the excellent context you offered at the end. Big thanks!! ~ From a Jamaican family abroad. (Also, we loved how yuh bruk out inna di Creole at 19:42 -- Memories!! 😆🤣. It's clear you've really acquired a good grasp of the language! 🤗💛💚🖤💯)

[@Asher-ash-n4q]

The government needs you as an information minister your great at your job.

[@MB-kw6bu]

The info minister lies for the govt.....is she lying or willing to lie? Smh

[@keys6]

​@@MB-kw6buI've never been able to get with this channel.. as much as I try... there's always a vibe that I don't trust her... this occurred after I watched a data and stats video she did on the murder rate... I was baffled...so I asked my son...who has a Masters in Computer Science where data and statistics is his specialism... he said nope! She fails to grasp statistics... most of us fail at it...me included... I'm talking of very high level statistics

[@carltonhouse9927]

You are an asset for Jamaica. Thank you❤❤❤❤❤

[@kimerriobaugh77]

Thank you Irie again for another great video, Keep posting the good works. When I first come across you channel a few years ago, I was skeptical what a white woman would know about Jamaica but watching your channels I can say you are a one of the best journalist on KZbin

[@CountryWhiteJamaican]

I am intrigued by your videos and your perspective. You got to Jamaica just before I, who lived there all my life, left. It would be wonderful for us to do an interview together one day ❤ nicely done!!

[@tatlinehoward4106]

Be careful of these kinds of people they're agent.

[@trevorsteer7331]

@@tatlinehoward4106 Agent of What? How is a Program that shows the POSITIVE aspects of Jamaica a "bad thing"?

[@BudgetFriendlyCreations]

Thanks for your hard work Irie. Nuff respect 👊

[@geebisi]

Great perspective... The sense of SAFETY is what people want, which is why crime is such an important political metric. Unfortunately, many of the other factors you mention. Interesting viking comparison. From my little research that violent label seem to have been born from the turbulence of the 70s

[@514relaxmode]

Thanks as always for keeping us informed, much Respect!!🇯🇲❤️

[@carolt2198]

very well done! Now I know what a state of emergency means in Jamaica. Thank you Irina.

[@ketben706]

THANK YOU JAMAICA WITH IRIE. BLESS UP YUH SELF! JAMAICAN PEOPLE R SMART N CREATIVE IN EVERYWAY! THY WILL GET IT EVENTUALLY, THAT THEIR MENTALLY IN SOME ASPECT, NEEDS CHANGING (QUICK N FAST). KEEP UP DI FANTASTIC WORK IRIE.

[@winstonreid9759]

Thank you for a balanced view of the SOE.

[@kimkrentcil4581]

We are going to Beaches Negril is April- very excited to go back to Jamaica.

[@dennismcclelland6358]

Again you have prepared an informative program for all to truly HEAR !!! Keep up the good work.I second the person who requested a program on the Montego Bay Animal Haven.This is in need of much support and awareness.Susan Stehle-McClelland in Toronto,Canada

[@cathyh2086]

Hi Irina, great information. I’ve never felt in danger and been a few times when the SOE was on. I hope you can do a video one day with Montego Bay Animal haven on the welfare of animals in Jamaica. I saw many dogs dead on the roadside and also so much mistreatment of animals which also leads to worse treatment of humans. Love your videos and all the research you put into them.

[@yeahyeah561]

I just hope you don't have any Animal parts on your plate my Friend.

[@cboy9412]

Thank you so much for what you are doing. Even more so thank you for the way you doing it. You take the time to do real research and present the facts, in a way that is also relatable.

[@doncarrleon]

You certainly have a knack for presenting clear and concise actionable intelligence. Keep up the excellence. I can tell you truly enjoy doing this. If the crime rate in jamaica was as bad as they report it in the news there then it would reflect in the real estate market, but it does not. This lead me to conclude that there are deliberate actions to misinform the general population. In the opinion part of this video you outlined it clearly. I hope many noticed that. I think it is important for the powers that be for the locals to be in a constant state of diress so...

[@feonasmith9226]

Bravo on a job well done! You are a true Jamaican now, understanding the nuances of how our culture works. The political comments especially surprised me, you show a deep understanding of our history and how politics influences public opinion in Jamaica. I hope the explanation helps potential visitors, but I don't expect many members of the diaspora to believe what you are saying. I'm convinced there is a negative echo chamber/feedback loop going on there. Many have successfully convinced locals that Jamaica is worthless, the common phrase being "I would never live there." There is a historical context to this, which I wont' bother to go into. The local media's influence on the nation's mental health is worth some investigation. It's traumatizing the country. Not just about crime either. Recently there was a blaring headline about how Canada had issued a travel advisory because of the SOE. They made a big deal about it, trying to prove Jamaica is going downhill. A few of us had to point out that the Canadian Prime Minister and his family were here (at the time) enjoying their vacation, so clearly they don't take the travel advisory very seriously. I'm so tired of the drum beat of negativity. Fortunately, as an immigrant you are able to see what many others refuse to, or are afraid to see. Thanks for speaking about it.

[@trevorsteer7331]

Well said Feona. But I am also encouraged to see more and more of the Jamaican Diaspora seeing that Jamaica is "BETTER" than they originally perceive...not just from more of them (us) travelling back more often...but also considering moving back after they retire.

[@brentonwilliams8884]

Love your contents, but it's not that people don't care about the other things a government is responsible for. It's just that when the crime is closest to you, feeling safe is more concerning. Bless on the work you do

[@tjonesauto]

Great because I'm coming back again, and my 1st stop will be Scotchies as soon as I leave Sangster Airport ❤❤❤

[@davidwan99]

Irina!,…..great to see you on again!……keep up the great work and amdassadorship for Jamaica..

[@hutchinsonjohnson2909]

Big up your self Irie very nice job

[@BeautyInAllPlaces]

Thank you Irina! You’re amazing!

[@joeymcfloey2467]

Thank you for the clarification Irie. I do feel safer when traveling SOE.

[@kattahb4103]

Hi There! SOEs explained well. I have driven through several of those spot check points while in JA. My honest opinion is it is a tool to curb/prevent crime. It is a way for citizens to feel safe. Simply...if you have nothing to hide..why worry or complain? For those that use an airport/airplane to travel..I don't see you complaining about the process you MUST adhere to! Are YOUR rights violated then? Irina...terminology eh? Actually, crime is currently less/down in Jamaica since the start of 2023. So, dont SOEs actually work? Small price to pay (minutes of my time to slow down)! Numbers don't lie! Can't wait for your next video!

[@francispowell1811]

The central issue is that it is subject to govt. abuse. The question then is whether the risk of govt. overreach is an imminent threat to individuals' civil rights. Thus far, it doesn't seem so, and there is a very real ongoing emergency.

[@kattahb4103]

@@francispowell1811 I completely disagree with your assessment! I do not see it as an issue of govt abuse!

[@francispowell1811]

@@kattahb4103 , I didn't say it was govt abuse. I said it is "subject to" govt abuse. When you normalize the suspension of habeas corpus, it shouldn't be taken lightly. Historically, rights have been eroded slowly. Fortunately, we still benefit from the right to our own views.😉 Enjoy your day.

[@kattahb4103]

@@francispowell1811 Fortunately...

[@trevorsteer7331]

@Kattah B....I don't see Irina's video as "Complaining", but rather "Explaining" what SOE in Jamaica really means. But yes, there will always be some see it from YOUR POV and others who Don't...which is something Irina also mentions (i.e., there are differing views of how SOE is applied in Jamaica). I myself have experienced several of these SOE's during my travel to Jamaica over the years (and while I was travelling with my American Friends). We actually thought it was because they were looking for SPECIFIC INDIVIDUALS, and not just a "measure" to try and curtail crime. So, I found this Video to be EXTREMELY EDUCATIONAL in explaining the SOE in Jamaica. As for my PERSONAL opinion: I actually see BOTH SIDES. I can see WHY this method can help to reduce Violent Crimes; but I can see how this could become "normalized", thus taking away the Rights of Citizens to go about "freely". Your Airport example is a great example of that. But here is a FACT that many may not realize: In America, you will find this SAME METHOD employed to try and find / stop Drug Traffickers. However, they use State Police and they do NOT call it a State of Emergency. In fact, they do NOT even announce when this is being done....but it HAPPENS...and Frequently.

[@anissiajackson2]

Thank you so much. I will be there Tuesday

[@cherinecheryl6447]

Love you Irie.

[@robertlalor8090]

Another brilliant vlog. The facts speak for themselves, but the professional way in which you present them is most illuminating. Thanks Irena.

[@1drdenise]

Thank you for clarity

[@djgenius626]

Thanks for the information

[@beverleymoore2307]

Thanks as always. Irina. Love your videos ❤️🇯🇲

[@randi-j6166]

Am not Jamaican,never been to Jamaica,intend to come to Jamaica one day soon,and,when i do no T.V,no news will stop my flow.I will come mind you i will not be ignorant,i will be cognizant of my surroundings as we should do anywhere that we go in this world but it will not be out of any fear.Am guyanese and out of all of the Caribbean countries/Islands i believe we share more in common with JA than we do with any other country,hence me visiting Jamaica i feel will feel like am home in my own country.I also refuse to stay on any resort,my desire is to have the true Jamaican experience and for me it does in no way involve being on no resort....!!!

[@devonburke2272]

Thank you so much again irina love it ❤

[@paulmarriott266]

Shalom Irina! Kudos on a very well researched feature. I stand corrected if it's erroneous to assume this important topic had not been explained to an international audience by way of the Jamaican context and perspective. If my statement is accurate, I wonder how this had taken all this time to inform people, especially since Jamaica is a major tourism and hospitality destination that could be adversely affected by even a perceived danger. While listening to your presentation, i remembered that the Prime Minister in his presentation to the nation a few days ago, had introduced geoinformatics as a scientific tool that is used to inform important courses of action prior to their implementation. He didn't say it that way, but that was essentially the gist. He did point out that the system can map areas of hotspots as it relates to crime. He also specifically mentioned using geoinformatics as an additional tool on infrastructure projects as well. Informing as an example the most suitable geographical area to place a major roadway. Interesting concepts, though I strayed away from your topic, but only just a bit. I love for work! Slava Ukraini!

[@normahibbert7192]

Thank you for explaining I never understand ❤

[@mrinfo649]

Hello Irina, there are 3 political parties in Jamaica it’s just that only two is getting all the air time, the media is not reporting on the United Independent Congress (U.I.C),

[@trevorsteer7331]

I totally get your point. In America, there are about (9) Major Political Parties (not to mention a bunch of minor ones)...but one would think there are only two (2)...Democrats ad Republicans

[@djesk272]

Hello Irina. I just come back from my first time in jamaica. Your videos are very interesting. Sad to no find dem before I rise.... I am planing to come back to jamaica. One lov. Tks.

[@juliahatter2844]

Really love your channel! Please put out new videos with current information Can't wait to learn more about this country ❤

[@clemrose4874]

Blessings Irina For the information about beautiful Jamaica, Nuff love

[@trevorbolto4436]

Drugs is the main problem for guns and killings along with scamming!

[@eugeniebeason5103]

Well done Irina, as always.... thank you, I gained great knowledge

[@janicemorris3444]

Thanks again for a wonderful docommentary and for mentioning Jamaican accent. it gives me great pleasure when I travel to any country and people ask me where I'm from and sometimes I ask them to guess and they will come up with different countries but some of them get it right but I find it so abhorrent when Jamaicans go to America and try to adopt The ghetto accent and think that they have arrived not realizing how beautiful their accent is again it all leads back to education. When we are not educated we do not have the ability to embrace and love ourselves and our culture so Jamaicans please keep your accent and do not try to speak like the ghetto accent in some parts of America

[@rbyfield]

You big up Jamaican accent while putting down American "ghetto" accent. How ironic. How about language being the tool to communicate. Check your thinking.

[@janicemorris3444]

@@rbyfield There is nothing attractive, tantalizing, becoming or appropriate about ghettoism regardless of where in the world it exist. It's an acidic culture. An accent is used to define a 'people' of their origin' e.g. Polish, Ukranian, etc. Ghetto accent is a learnt behavior. When a Jamaican learn the American Ghetto accent it is learnt and doesn't identify them as a people of a particular country. Spend some times and listen to people of various countries and compare. One of My greatest intrigue is being on a train in Europe and hear various Accents which helps me to identify their country of origin. Jamaicans 'acquired ghetto accent' is a farce and doesn't identify anyone as a people.

[@originalfoxylady4520]

Positive vibrations 😂🇯🇲✝️ Thanks, Irina. God's blessings upon Ukraine 🇺🇦

[@deewow9746]

Another great video from my Ukrainian Jamaican sister. Well done 👏

[@hutchinsonjohnson2909]

Yes you so right right about hower people

[@faithben100]

Awesome, Irina coming in the summer. Love to meet you. Take Care

[@lesliearnold6690]

You do such a great job at explaining! 😊

[@namelastname2127]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge, and the way you've enlightened us with all these amazing information, Irina you are the best and one of a kind. 💕

[@goodness8910]

Good 👍🏻 Job Irien I think the crime rate may go down i hope so because I would like to return one day Bless 🎉

[@keys6]

I can't see that happenening....for a very long time...

[@madgiboogeohagen4590]

Thanks for this video. I really enjoy your posts.

[@leschab]

Spent the first three weeks of 2023 in the Negril erea. The SOE was enforced in response to the Canadian government official travel warning/ban and set to expire on Jan. 11. Aside from the pop-up traffic stops I didn't feel any emergency. I live in Grange Hill when I am there and it was said to be the most dangerous place in Jamaica. The local police offcers knew our driver's van, so we usually got waved through. On a few occasions, in Negril, I used my Grange Hill connection to get street "venders" to ease up their sales pitch. Negril has a vibrant music scene and many tourists come from places like U.S, Canada, Germany, UK to enjoy the music and interesting , talented, musicians and people, regardless of the media hype. So you are spot on about that and thanks for dispelling some of the myths. Cheers

[@paulinepwilliams3814]

My hubby and I are coming over in November this year I’ve wanted to visit Jamaica for 30yrs I’m only getting now I can’t wait

[@monicabourgeois301]

Thanks again for another real, honest and smart video Irina! A state of emergency can mean different things, at different times, in different countries. We must take the time to understand the governments reasoning before making assumptions. I agree that the idea that Jamaica in particular is too violent is false. I love your perspective that now is the time to visit Jamaica~ criminals are hiding 😂.

[@IslandNewsMedia]

Great videos. It be years now am watching you from prison. Keep shining❤

[@jaystaga]

Bless up, Irina. Great information, as always. Sad that some people, even when hearing or if they already knew this information. Will still perceive and vocalize that Jamaica is bad.

[@spontanuhlife843]

Teach dem

[@kevinblackandwhite8273]

Super interesting, thank you!

[@seg67]

Great information! Thank you!

[@normalegister3786]

👏 👏 Thankyou so much for explaining SOE. I remember my first trip to jamaica some 20 years ago at the height of the crime epidemic. I didn't think twice about travelling around the country. I agree that both political parties have weaponize crime. I also now appreciate the PNP argument against the continual use of SOE and its effectiveness.

[@theobarnes2924]

I THINK ITS ABOUT TIME YOU FIND YOURSELF A JAMAICAN MAN. I'M AVAILABLE BUT UNFORTUNATELY AM LIVING ABOARD. LASTLY THE CONTENT WAS 👍.

[@keys6]

I think she has a Ukrainian man... so Jamaican men are out!!!

[@theobarnes2924]

@@keys6 wel she needs to get rid of him 🙄 ASAP! and get some Jamaica 🇯🇲 Bamboo.

[@sophiagraham6248]

Real facts 💯, teach them

[@Skiridr22]

Great commentary Irene

[@trevorbolto4436]

When the British was running Jamaica there was mostly pick pockets! Now a days Jamaica is like the old American West! Too many guns on the island for a country that does not manufacture guns!

[@TheAmorchef]

blame the US with all there guns

[@sangm1561]

@@TheAmorchef What about the Jamaican criminals who bring them into the country.

[@TheAmorchef]

@@sangm1561 if it was not that there are more guns in US then people, I think that may be a factor...easy gun access, more crazies and criminals get access to them...now if the second amendment àllowed one to own as many flintlocks as you wanted, I doubt we would have all.those dead children in school shootings.

[@wayneyeldaeh7134]

The British still running Jamaica.

[@Nyammings]

We were also using donkey carts. Do you still want to be transporting in donkey carts?

[@robertwill1694]

Hi Irie

[@corinnabeschorner727]

Hallo Irina, i have a question about the cockpit country. Has the government already started the bauxite mining ? This is huge environmental damage.

[@paulinewoods6599]

Great info.

[@carloscampbell3732]

Good work keep it up

[@marricomillen3930]

So true

[@sandracampbell7046]

Criminals don't look crazy.They look like normal people. They needs to build a prison under the ground and they don't see daylight. Our people's are not safe.I was watching this video on Sunday morning .When the Criminals come in 2 cars and hurts 4 security guard. We needs the Soldiers to deliver money to the bank. We need strict rules to control the criminal. State of Emergency in 1975 the Government never come on tv and tell the public that they are coming in. You wake up and the police are at your house 😅😅 😅😮

[@iamisaidi]

We don't love ourselves. We despise neighbors who tries to achieve anything.

[@noelmorgan6229]

Useful information

[@Br33zeKooL]

Didn't even know about this, doesn't really affect me still. Other than the failed bank robbery earlier today, portmore is normally pretty safe.

[@gw1897]

My grandparent's generation had less education and a lower standard of living in Jamaica when they were young. But violent crimes back then weren't as rampant as now. The culture and mindset back then were different from what they have become now. Nowadays, youths grow up in a culture where they see dons getting big-up by entertainers while these same entertainers don't big-up school teachers, electricians, software programmers, etc. Guess who many of the kids now want to emulate? The persons who get the most ratings in everyday life are people like the choppas and others who make fast money the illegal way. The majority of Jamaicans are peaceful people. Its a minority of criminals who commit the majority of crime and mek Jamaica look bad. Weak and outdated laws embolden criminals to run amok because criminals believe some of them will get punished but the majority of them will get away with crime. I encourage others to join this debate. And yes, I do listen to Sir P.

[@kelvinleigh]

Your grandparents also lived in a time where neighboring countries were not exporting guns and criminals to Jamaica.

[@gw1897]

@@kelvinleigh Yes, it's possible that if my grandparents had easy access to guns, their low economic standard of living and low levels of education might cause them to automatically override their good upbringing and become violence producers. And regarding criminals, the government needs to investigate which countries are exporting criminals into Jamaica so we can easily spot these foreign criminals who are living amongst us and driving up the violent crime rate.

[@kelvinleigh]

@@gw1897 I did not mean to belittle your grandparents. I was attempting to make the point that crime in Jamaica is often the result of actions taken in other countries. These actions are far worse today than back when our grandparents were young.

[@nashuwareneemiller6501]

Irina, thank you because every time this happened I have my Canadian friends calling me. I am from Portland living in Canada since I was a child. However, you know how much I love you baby girl. But recently, I have been seeing horrible videos of Ukrainian😢😢😢😢 refugees insulting black people due to the color. This makes me so damn sad because I have been single handled sending money to Ukrainians. Only to find out that they hate me because of my color. I hate to say it many people are going to stop their support.

[@arleneaufdermauer8208]

It is sad that some Ukranians behave in this way, but they are not all like that. I have been travelling to Ukraine for more than 20 years now. I would continue to do so if it were not for the current situation. Never had an issue with my colour there. Continue to show humanity in your own behaviour. I have Ukrainian refugees in my home in UK we see each other as individuals, fortunately, not a colour.

[@paulfrancis253]

Still the SOE's is used extensively to much in Parishes of Jamaica humans rights are still undermine, if crime can't be controlled a more solid solution of long term plan should be implemented I'm not Jamaican even if I were wouldn't be in agreement of this continuing SOEs in many Parishes to fright crime ....

[@DUTCHATL]

Teach inform and educate. Keep up the good work.

[@kennedyrichards5444]

Thank you ❤️🇯🇲

[@bargainordeal3778]

I am Richardo I would like to get in touch with Irene Bruce, I am in Liverpool UK. Can anyone help me to do so?

[@charlenestewartson5940]

Anything can happen anywhere in the world in terms of crime. However the media in Jamaica is destroying the country. The things that they put out to gain attention is unbelievable.

[@keys6]

The best way to gain an accurate picture is to study data and statistics from multiple sources regarding the crime rate...over the last 2 or 3 decades...must deal with factual reality...

[@London-Lad]

Hi Irie, I'm wondering if you could do me a huge favour and spend a month in Barbados, Trinidad and tell us the vibe? Thank you

[@MarsRedSky9]

thank u someone for saying something..every stoner should know whats happening in jamaica

[@windyfanatic498]

Crime is out of control in Jamaica period. The powers that be be are tinkering with solutions and are unable to come up viable strategies to fight crime. kudos to you for still trying to encourage tourists to visit. True be told Ja is not a safe place to visit no sugar coating will change that fact.

[@danks3080]

So tru. As a Jamaican, I know that it is out of control. Those who are in the tourist zone don’t know what it is like give in the inner regions. The small businesses and farmers are feeling the effect of the crime wave. Many of the farmers can’t go to reap the crops before they are stolen. The animals are frequently stolen too. There is a lot to be done.

[@zuzu-oi5ki]

What are you talking about? are you seeing the changes that is taking place in Jamaica, I have relatives living in Jamaica and they are not talking about this high crime that you are talking about? Of course there is a criminal element in the country, but the way you put it, it is like the Jamaican people can't travel out of their homes because they will become victims of crime, people ought to stop putting down Jamaica like this and stop spreading false narrative about the country, just like others countries there is crime, that takes place in the country. The Government is trying its best; Also, if the country was so crime ridden, why are developers building all these new homes, such as single family homes, townhomes, apartment homes etc., shopping centers, why are there infrastructure upgrades taking place in the country, I guess you haven't read about these changes,or do any research to learn about the changes that's taking place in the country, but you are just stuck in the past and keeps repeating the same negative narrative, that Jamaica is full of crime.

[@zuzu-oi5ki]

I agree with Irina, and wish all these Negative people stop commenting about the country, you don't have to visit, but that will not stop hundreds of even thousands of people that are visiting every year, I myself will be going there later this year, and I am never afraid or scared when I visit, last time I was there stayed in the town of Ocho Rios, and I got up early, went walking and no one bothered me, walked at night in the town and no one bothered me, people were saying hi to me and wanted to know where I was visiting from; so you can keep up your negativity about Jamaica, while people from the various countries will visit and enjoy the amenities, the culture and beautiful island vibe that is Jamaica.

[@keys6]

​@zuzu-oi5ki well I tell a completely different story as a very frequent past visitor...and with an entire family...including parents..that born and currently live in Ja spread across the island... the crime is very high... gun especially... my father changed his social habits due to a torrent of gun crime in St Ann... cousins in Kingston..St James..Portland, St Catherine and other parishes speak the raw truth... the gun and knife crime is very high...

[@kevonlewis7019]

Great video

[@keciabrown7455]

Bottom Line! US citizens we must watch our backs ourselves because these other countries wont.

[@waynemcdougall685]

I think if they provide more JOBS or have things made in Jamaica by locals,keep people busy then no one would have time for crime.

[@ntitus3025]

You probably didn't want to say it, but there are funds set aside for State of Emergency and it's another way for the government to tap into that and do God knows what!

[@maybailey3270]

Thank you Irvine for this video now i no it is safe to go to Jamaica👍😎

[@khanijonescaribtonyc]

thank you

[@cleanbowled1767]

So in a nutshell, the police and army will be enforcing their legal and legacy right to detain, disrupt and divert without cause!!!

[@sharescriptures9623]

I’ve always wonder what it was about, I lived I Kingston went to high school and basically never saw anything happen you hear the same thing about America but yet to see anything ?

[@charlesjames1464]

Another hit Irina.

[@tarapatrick532]

A great video as usual. I agree with your opinion. Have you looked into the history of the government / political parties perpetuating the crime itself? Not too long ago elections were deadly events.

[@patrickjones7390]

Cool MY Girls nice good job

[@dovygoodguy1296]

The arrest like that has happened in the US on January 6 and in Canada in February 2022. Terrible situation. But the situation in Jamaica is different because of the deep poverty. However, I am concerned the situation will discourage foreigners from visiting, and not without cause.

[@winsomebarnett7067]

Well it has not detour foreigners from visiting the island the ja is still a very popular tourist destination

[@dovygoodguy1296]

@@winsomebarnett7067 They don't feel uncomfortable about states of emergency??

[@winsomebarnett7067]

@dovygoodguy1296 I don't it doesn't really affect tourism living in ny I think u can survive anywhere the world has changed in so many ways and especially since Covid 19 the economy health care crime ect all we can do is live love pray for a better world and be careful and in keep God in the midst of everything we do

[@dovygoodguy1296]

​@@winsomebarnett7067 Perhaps for short term vacations, but for relocating long term? In a small country with a state of emergency every year, and no relief in sight? Who can ignore this type of environment? And Irene tells us what the police "just can't do" in a country with a lot of everyday corruption at so many levels, including the police itself?

[@dovygoodguy1296]

With all due respect to Irina, how can she generalize about how little the State of Emergency affects foreigners from a single clip?