Disciplinary action taken against police officers in TikTok video

In a message posted in the JCF, Facebook Page, the Jamaica Constabulary Force address the viral video made by three of it’s police officers. The message reads, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) High Command wishes to address the recent incident involving a viral video featuring JCF members engaging in a TikTok trend while in uniform.

The JCF High Command has noted with concern that the actions depicted in the video reinforce several negative stereotypes associated with our Force. Such representations are not consistent with our current transformational thrust towards building a professional organisation. The JCF has made significant investments to raise the standards of our people, quality and technology and – as such – such behaviour will not be tolerated~Jamaica Constabulary Force

In response to this incident, and in keeping with our commitment to maintaining professional conduct, disciplinary actions have been taken against the members involved. This measure is part of our broader effort to ensure that all personnel’s behaviour is consistent with the policies and ideals of the JCF.

It is important to reiterate that this is not an isolated incident. There have been other instances where members, while in JCF uniform, have used their personal social media platforms to publish content that could potentially bring the organisation into disrepute.

The JCF High Command categorically states that such behaviour will not be tolerated. All members of the JCF should be reminded that under the regulations of the Book Of Rules, it is a breach of conduct to publish or cause to be published any form of communication while wearing the JCF uniform without the express permission of the Commissioner of Police, obtained through the Head of the Corporate Communications Unit. The uniform of the JCF is a symbol of trust, responsibility, and public service, and it must be worn with the utmost respect and professionalism.

During the course of this year, the JCF will undertake a widescale sensitisation programme focused on reminding our members of their responsibilities for responsible social media use.

While we acknowledge that our members are entitled to a degree of freedom of expression on their personal social media platforms, they must be reminded that, even in their private capacity, they can be identified as JCF members. As such, they must avoid any behaviour that may be deemed as unbecoming of a policeman or policewoman.

The JCF High Command remains committed to upholding the highest standards of conduct and service. We urge all members to reflect these standards in all aspects of their professional and public lives.