Courier Driver Vanishes with $20 Million: MegaMart Heist Shocks St. Andrew

 

stacks of Jamaican banknotes spread across a table

Inside the Weekend Heist: A Courier Van, a Uniform, and $20 Million in Cash

A daring daylight robbery has stunned Jamaica’s retail and security sectors. On Saturday, October 11, 2025, a courier driver reportedly absconded with $15–$20 million in cash from a MegaMart store on Waterloo Road, St. Andrew. The suspect, employed by a prominent courier company, was part of a three-member team assigned to collect cash from the store.

The Escape: Uniform Off, Firearm Down, Millions Missing

While his two colleagues entered the MegaMart premises, the driver remained in the vehicle. In a calculated move, he allegedly removed his uniform, left his licensed firearm behind, and vanished with the cash haul. The incident has triggered a full-scale manhunt across St. Andrew and St. Catherine.

Linstead Raid: No Trace of the Suspect

Police and company officials conducted a raid on the suspect’s residence in Linstead, St. Catherine, but found no trace of him. The St. Andrew Central Police confirmed awareness of the incident but noted that a formal report from the courier company is still pending.

Security Protocols Under Scrutiny: How Did This Happen?

The incident raises serious questions about internal security protocols, cash handling procedures, and employee vetting within courier operations. With such a large sum missing, stakeholders are demanding accountability and transparency.


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