Horace Fisher
Pall bearers carry the remains of Constable James Grant after the funeral service yesterday.
Horace Fisher, Star Writer
Slain policeman, Constable James Grant who was shot and killed while on patrol in August Town on September 22, was buried yesterday at the May Pen Cemetery after an emotionally charged funeral service at the Grace Baptist Church in May Pen, Clarendon.
The slain constable, a 13-year veteran of the Jamaica Constabulary Force, and who is to-date the only JCF member to be killed on active duty since 2014, was eulogised as a hard working, well mannered, always smiling, soft spoken, respectful, jovial, loyal, helpful and genuine human being, who love dominoes, football, fishing and with strong rooted family's values.
Grant was a hero who was prepared to protect and defend our lives, homes, properties and streets, according his commanding officer, Senior Superintendent Fitz Bailey, who said the constable was a shining example of what a police officer should be.
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"Constable 9712 James Grant, epitomise what a constable should strive to be, tenacious, brave, competent, tough, yet full of compassion for those who he serve," SSP Bailey eulogised. "The thousand of you gathered here today is testament of Constable Grant's success."
An uncle of the slain cop, Edwardo Johnson, said his family has given Jamaica the greatest gift,"a hero to protect our people".
The service, which was attend by members of the JCF hierarchy, headed by Police Commissioner Dr Carl Williams.
Constable Grant, who was attached to the Half Way Tree police's Operational Support Team up to the time of his demise, is a past student of the Clarendon College. He received six commendations and awards for dedicated service and for the recovery of firearms while enlisted in the JCF.
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