Police: Woman who fled to Jamaica after murder extradited to Canada

A Canadian fugitive wanted for second-degree murder in Toronto was extradited from Jamaica on March 6, the police say.

The woman, identified as 43-year-old Debbie Sue Jones, fled to Jamaica after allegedly shooting and killing a 42-year-old man in Toronto on September 30, 2024, said the statement issued on Monday.

The police say she was apprehended by the Jamaica Fugitive Apprehension Team. The tea is based at the Specialized Investigation Branch (SIB) of the Jamaica Constabulary Force on January 19.

Jones subsequently waived her rights to an extradition hearing and was officially handed over to Canadian law enforcement at the Norman Manley International Airport, the police say.

Jamaica will not provide a safe haven for persons evading justice in other jurisdictions, said Superintendent of Police Oral Henry, from the SIB.

“Our island will not be a sanctuary for those seeking to evade prosecution in other countries. Our investigators will continue to pursue alleged offenders with all available resources and are committed to maintaining the integrity of our borders, with the support of our international partners,” he said.

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