Patrae Rowe
Acting Senior Superintendent of Police Patrae Rowe is the Director of the Firearm and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID) in Jamaica, recognized for his leadership in efforts to combat illegal firearms and narcotics trafficking. Recently, he highlighted the significance of seizing 16 firearms and over 250 rounds of ammunition during a joint operation with the Jamaica Customs Agency, emphasizing the impact of such actions on community safety.
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Superintendent Patrae Rowe emphasized the importance of vigilance at Jamaica’s ports in combating the narcotics trade.
Over 100 pounds of cocaine found in suitcase at Sangster airport, St Elizabeth man being sought | News
Jamaica· 2026-01-28
Senior Superintendent Patrae Rowe, director of the FNID, stated that the vehicles will enhance operational mobility for law enforcement.
FID delivers 8 forfeited vehicles to CTOC | NewsJamaica· 2026-01-23
FNID Director Superintendent Patrae Rowe said the police have intensified operations to nab perpetrators involved in the illegal firearms and narcotics trade.
Two senior gov't employees arrested in cocaine bust at Sangster airport | NewsJamaica· 2026-01-17Superintendent Patrae Rowe stated that the seizure highlights the police's mandate to protect the people of Jamaica.
Update | Soldier charged as part of probe into major Kingston guns and ammunition bust | NewsJamaica· 2026-01-12
Acting Senior Superintendent Patrae Rowe stated that the division continues to collaborate with stakeholders to apprehend individuals involved in drug trafficking.
Update | Clarendon truck driver allegedly intercepted with 1,500 pounds of ganja in St Thomas charged | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-04
Acting Senior Superintendent Patrae Rowe noted that these large-scale drug seizures are directly linked to the guns-for-drugs trade affecting the island.
Three men charged in $9.3 million ganja bust in Toms River, charges pending against Haitian men | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-23
Acting Senior Superintendent of Police Patrae Rowe reiterated the division's commitment to disrupting the movement of illicit drugs.
St Catherine mechanic charged for allegedly attempting to use post office to smuggle ganja | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-14
Director of FNID, Acting Senior Superintendent of Police Patrae Rowe, said this seizure is another reminder of the continued work being done to secure the Jamaican borders against illegal items.
16 pistols and over 250 rounds of ammunition seized at Kingston warehouse | NewsJamaica· 2025-05-22