Security, Reggae Sunsplash
By: Brian Jahn
Tags: Dacehall Reggae, Jamaica, M-16, Montego Bay, Photography, reggae, Reggae music, Reggae Sunsplash, Roots Reggae, Roots Rock Reggae, Splash
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An armed private security guard backstage at Reggae Sunsplash in Montego Bay. (1989)
Bad bwoy fire M-16, policeman fire AK-47, soldier man dem a fire LSR – “M16” Sammy Dread
Of all the years I attended Reggae Sunsplash I saw very little violence other than the occasional fight, security was always pretty heavy. There was that one time during Yellowman’s set in 1986 when a policeman caused a stampede when he lowered his gun on a suspect. There was also another time when a pickpocket was backstage working his trade and was discovered, he suffered a vicious beating, (to death) according to reports he later died in custody. Other than a few incidences I never saw many problems, just good vibes and great music.
Blessings all over, seen ... 
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