A Canadian fugitive wanted for second-degree murder has been extradited from Jamaica to Canada, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) confirmed.
The woman, identified as 43-year-old Debbie Sue Jones, was wanted by Toronto Police in connection with the September 30, 2024, shooting death of a 42-year-old man in Toronto. Jones reportedly fled to Jamaica to evade prosecution.
She was apprehended on Monday, January 19, 2026, by operatives from the Jamaica Fugitive Apprehension Team (JFAT) within the Specialized Investigation Branch (SIB). Jones subsequently waived her rights to an extradition hearing and was officially handed over to Canadian law enforcement at Norman Manley International Airport on Friday, March 6.
Superintendent of Police Oral Henry, of the SIB, emphasized that Jamaica will not serve as a refuge for fugitives. “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.
Toronto Police confirmed that Jones was formally charged with second-degree murder and was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre on Saturday, March 7.
The investigation continues into a second suspect, 37-year-old Ricardo Manuel Bailey, who remains wanted for the same homicide and is believed to have also fled to Jamaica. The killing has been recorded as the 66th homicide in Toronto for 2024.
