Crime
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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.
Mother of Slain Customs Official Takes Stand in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
The mother of slain senior Customs official Nigel Christian testified in the ongoing murder trial of three men accused of abducting and killing her son, with her emotional account at times conflicting with earlier statements made to police. The case continues to draw widespread attention across Antigua and Barbuda.
Cannabis Worth $78K Seized in Joint Operation at V.C. Bird International Airport
Officers from the Narcotics Department and the Customs Enforcement Unit seized cannabis with an estimated street value of $78,000 during a joint operation at V.C. Bird International Airport on Thursday, March 5.
CCTV Equipment Bound for Antigua as Island-Wide Surveillance System Nears Launch
The equipment for Antigua and Barbuda's island-wide CCTV surveillance system is on its way to the island, with installation set to begin within weeks. The update was delivered to Cabinet by Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant, as reported by Antigua Observer.
FBI DNA Expert Cross-Examined in Murder Trial of Men Accused of Killing Customs Official
The murder trial of three men charged with the abduction and killing of senior Customs official Nigel Christian continued Thursday with the cross-examination of an FBI forensic DNA expert whose testimony links the accused to crime scene evidence.
Nut Grove Man Sentenced to Seven Months for Smuggling Gun Magazine in Speaker
A Nut Grove man has been sentenced to seven months in prison after pleading guilty to attempting to smuggle a firearm magazine into Antigua concealed inside a wireless party speaker. Alex Joseph, 33, was sentenced on Thursday following a stop-and-search operation that uncovered the hidden contraband.
Female RPFAB Officers Launch 'Beyond the Badge' Retreat to Boost Community Ties and Well-Being
Female officers of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda have launched a four-day retreat titled 'Building Strength Beyond the Badge 2026,' aimed at deepening community bonds and supporting the personal and professional well-being of women in the force.
CID Investigates Break-In at Market Street Fisheries Complex
The Criminal Investigations Department is investigating a break-in at the Fisheries Complex on Market Street, discovered by an employee at approximately 6:30 am. Authorities were alerted after the staff member arrived for their shift and found the ice dispatch door had been breached.