News January 01 2026

St Catherine man charged for allegedly setting fire to house of child's mother after disagreement

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He is expected to be charged.

A 42-year-old St Catherine man was yesterday charged for allegedly setting fire to the house of child’s mother after they reportedly had a disagreement.

Charged with arson is Ronaldo Campbell, a labourer of Lucky Valley district.

The police report that about 10:30 p.m. on December 21, 2025, Campbell had a disagreement with the complainant.

It is being alleged that he subsequently set the woman’s house on fire, which was destroyed.

An investigation was conducted by the Riversdale police, which resulted in Campbell's arrest.

He was charged with arson on December 31, 2025, following a question-and-answer session.

A court date is being finalised.

- Rasbert Turner

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