Kingston Mechanic Charged with Murder in December Shooting

Kingston, Jamaica – A 39-year-old mechanic from Rockfort, Kingston, has been charged with multiple offences, including murder, in connection with the fatal shooting of a man on Hillcrest Avenue in St Andrew in December 2024.

The accused, Terrian Gordon, also known as ‘Quincy,’ of Harbour Road in eastern Kingston, faces charges of murder, possession of a prohibited weapon, unauthorized possession of ammunition, using a firearm to commit a felony, and conspiracy to commit murder.

The victim has been identified as 31-year-old Lester Moore, otherwise called ‘Chucky,’ a furniture maker of Glasspole Avenue, Rockfort.

According to reports from the Rockfort police, Moore was walking along the roadway at approximately 12:30 p.m. on December 13 when he was attacked. Gordon allegedly brandished a firearm and shot Moore in the upper body before fleeing the scene on foot.

Moore was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.

Following an extensive investigation, Gordon was taken into custody and subsequently charged after being positively identified during an identification parade.

Authorities continue their investigation into the incident, and a court date for Gordon is expected to be announced soon.