Over 1000 people have been murdered in the country, since January.
Statistics from the Jamaica Constabulary Force, indicate that 1003 murders were recorded, up to Monday.
This is 52 more than the 951 recorded, in the corresponding period, last year.
It represents an increase of 5.5 percent.
The St. James Police Division recorded the highest number of murders, with 136, followed by St. Catherine North, with 100.
There were also increases in cases of robbery and break-ins.
