THE Jamaica Defence Force yesterday called out the National Reserves, as the security forces stepped up their presence on the streets as the court prepares to start extradition proceedings against Tivoli strongman Christopher 'Dudus' Coke.

The army, in a release yesterday afternoon, said members of the Reserves were required to report by 6:00 pm today to their respective duty stations, prepared for duty.

An army spokesman later told the Observer that the matter concerning the extradition of Coke was still within the purview of the police, adding that the JDF was providing its normal support to the constabulary.

"However, we are prepared to provide additional support if required, hence the call out of the Reserves," the spokesman said.