Crime
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High Court Rejects Fishermen's Co-Op Bid to Reclaim Control Over Rival Board
A High Court judge has dismissed a bid by the Antigua and Barbuda Fishermen Co-Operative Society's 2014 board to reclaim control from a rival group, ruling the application procedurally unfair. The decision is the latest chapter in a protracted legal dispute over the society's leadership that dates back to 2017.
Police Name 38-Year-Old Glanvilles Man Killed in Lion's Estate Stabbing
Police have identified 38-year-old Daniel Lewis of Glanvilles as the man who died following an alleged stabbing at Lion's Estate near Newfield in the early hours of Monday, March 16.
Chantel Alert System Now Fully Operational, Police Confirm
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has confirmed the Chantel Alert System is fully operational, using the Common Alerting Protocol to rapidly disseminate information about missing children. Police also urged motorists to exercise caution at intersections.
Canadian Woman Remanded After 67 Pounds of Cannabis Seized at VC Bird Airport
A Canadian woman has been remanded in custody after a joint interdiction operation at V.C. Bird International Airport led to the seizure of more than 67 pounds of cannabis concealed in vacuum-sealed packages. The drugs were discovered upon her arrival in Antigua, as reported by Antigua Observer.
Homicide Investigation Launched After Body Found at Former Ottos School Identified
Antiguan police have launched a homicide investigation after identifying a man whose body was found at the former Ottos Primary School compound. CID Superintendent Lisbon Michael confirmed the identification at a press briefing on Tuesday.
US Tourist Fined $1,000 After Drug Dog Finds Cannabis in Luggage at VC Bird Airport
A 34-year-old American tourist was fined $1,000 after pleading guilty to cannabis possession following his arrest at V.C. Bird International Airport on March 7, when a drug-detection dog alerted officers to his luggage.
Police Clarify Protocol for Detaining Minors Amid Curfew and Cannabis Enforcement
Deputy Commissioner of Police Albert Wade has clarified the Royal Police Force's protocol for detaining minors, following public debate over cannabis regulations and curfew enforcement. The clarification addresses the practical challenges officers face in determining the age of individuals during patrols.
Fire-Damaged West Bus Station Police Outpost Nears Full Restoration
The police outpost at the West Bus Station Terminal is nearing the end of restoration work following a damaging fire, with Commissioner Everton Jeffers confirming officers are set to return soon.
Police Close Khaleel Simon Death Investigation; Cold Case Unit Now Active
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has officially closed its investigation into the death of 18-year-old Khaleel Simon, with the announcement coming alongside confirmation that the Cold Case Unit is now operational.
Police Warn of Immediate Arrests for Public Smoking as Grace Period Ends
Antigua's Deputy Commissioner of Police Albert Wade has announced that officers will now make immediate arrests for public smoking, bringing an end to the previous practice of issuing warnings or tickets.
ABDF Officer: Military Uniforms Cannot Be Publicly Purchased, Court Told in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
A senior ABDF officer testified in the Nigel Christian murder trial that military uniforms cannot be purchased by the public, meaning the uniform allegedly worn during the abduction had to have come from within the Defence Force. The revelation forms a critical element of the ongoing case against three accused men.
Barbuda Council Chairman Calls Removal of National Park Boat an Act of Theft
The Chairman of the Barbuda Council is treating the unauthorised removal of a Codrington Lagoon National Park vessel as theft after the boat was transported to a private property without approval from any responsible managing organisation.
Antigua Steps Up Anti-Human Trafficking Push with Awareness Workshop
Antigua and Barbuda's Trafficking in Persons Prevention Unit is hosting a specialised workshop this week to equip media professionals and stakeholders in the fight against human trafficking. The initiative reflects a broader shift toward proactive prevention strategies.
ABDF-Branded Clothing Presented as Evidence in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
Clothing bearing ABDF markings has been shown to jurors as part of crime scene evidence in the murder trial of three men accused of abducting and killing senior Customs official Nigel Christian. Saleim Harrigan, Wayne Thomas, and Lasean Bully are the accused.
2026 Homicides Double Last Year's Rate After Gray's Farm Man Found Dead
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has confirmed that homicides in 2026 are running at double the rate of the same period last year, following the discovery of a man's body in the Gray's Farm community early Tuesday morning.
Desouza Road Man's Vehicle Destroyed by Fire After Dogs Sound Alarm
A Desouza Road man was jolted awake by barking dogs in the early hours of Monday morning, only to find his Toyota Altezza engulfed in flames. His attempts to extinguish the fire on his own were unsuccessful, as reported by Antigua Observer.
US National Arrested at VC Bird Airport on Cannabis Possession and Importation Charges
US national Fady Aziz Saloum, 34, was arrested at V.C. Bird International Airport following a joint drug interdiction operation involving the Narcotics Department, K-9, and Customs Enforcement Units. He faces charges of possession and importation of cannabis, as reported by Antigua Observer.
Police Investigating Four Robberies Reported Across St. John's in Single Night
Police are investigating four robberies reported across St. John's on Sunday night, including three incidents that occurred within minutes of each other at different locations. The first reported incident took place at a gaming establishment on Corn Alley just after 11 p.m.
Thieves Disable Security System, Steal 25 Buckets of Primer from Booby Alley Housing Project
Police are investigating the theft of 25 buckets of construction primer from the Booby Alley Housing Project in Point, after thieves breached the perimeter and disabled the site's security surveillance system overnight. A man associated with the project reported the incident to authorities.
23 Weekend Collisions Prompt Police Road Safety Warning
Corporal Brendan Sutherland has raised the alarm after police responded to 23 vehicular collisions between Friday and Sunday, issuing a strong appeal for motorists to exercise greater caution on Antigua's roads.