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U.S. Tourist Dies After Scuba Diving Incident Off Antigua's North Sound
A 59-year-old tourist from North Carolina died Monday afternoon after becoming unresponsive during a scuba diving excursion near Red Head and Rabbit Island off Antigua's North Sound. Police have launched an investigation and an autopsy is expected to determine the cause of death.
U.S. Tourist Dies After Becoming Unresponsive During Scuba Dive Near North Sound
A 59-year-old American tourist from North Carolina died after becoming unresponsive during a scuba diving excursion near Red Head and Rabbit Island on Monday afternoon. Police are investigating the incident, and an autopsy is expected to determine the cause of death.
Police Hunt Driver After Hit-and-Run on Josephs Lane Leaves Woman Injured
Police are seeking the driver of a white Suzuki Jeep who allegedly struck a woman on Josephs Lane Sunday evening and left the scene without rendering aid. The victim has also raised concerns about the police response to her report at the Grays Farm Police Station.
Two Mack Pond Residents Charged with Murder of Sheldon Dias
Kyle Taylor, 29, and Candace Sawyers, 30, both of Mack Pond, All Saints, have been formally charged with the murder of 35-year-old Sheldon Dias following an alleged altercation on June 5, 2026. The pair are expected to appear in court this week.
Woman Injured in Hit-and-Run on Josephs Lane; Public Appeal Issued
A woman was allegedly struck and injured by a white Suzuki Jeep on Josephs Lane Sunday evening in a reported hit-and-run. A public appeal has been made for the vehicle's registered owner to contact the Traffic Department, as the woman also alleges police failed to respond to her report.
Man Robbed of Gold Chain at Knifepoint in Lower Ottos; Incident Caught on Camera
A man was robbed of his gold chain at knifepoint by two suspects in Lower Ottos on Monday afternoon, with surveillance footage of the incident spreading rapidly across social media. It remains unclear whether any arrests have been made.
Man Robbed at Knifepoint in Antigua
A man was robbed by knife-wielding assailants in Antigua, with video footage of the incident circulating online. Full details surrounding the attack remain limited at this time.
Four Men Face $500K Bail Each in $3M Pares Cannabis Case
Four men charged following a multi-million-dollar cannabis bust near Pares Village have each been granted $500,000 bail after appearing before Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel. The June 4 raid on an unlicensed plantation seized more than 1,200 pounds of cannabis valued at over $3 million.
Four Men Charged After Multi-Million Dollar Cannabis Plantation Dismantled Near Pares Village
Four Antiguan men have been charged with drug trafficking and cannabis cultivation following a multi-agency raid that dismantled an unlicensed plantation near Pares Village, resulting in a seizure valued at over EC$3 million. The accused appeared before Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel on June 8th and were each granted bail of $500,000 under strict conditions.
Bendals Man Sentenced to 2.5 Years for $246,000 Cannabis Seizure at Deep Water Harbour
Damar Stapleton, a Bendals Village man, has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to trafficking cannabis linked to a $246,000 seizure at Deep Water Harbour. He also faces additional charges tied to a separate alleged cannabis importation at the same port days later.
Supermarket Owner Attacked with Iron Pipe at Wilkinson's Cross
A supermarket owner in Wilkinson's Cross was struck across the jaw with an iron pipe by an unknown assailant who entered his business behaving aggressively. Police are investigating, though no arrest has been made.
Tyrells Man Charged with Burglary After Theft of Electronics from All Saints Road Store
A 34-year-old man from Tyrells, identified as Tristan Armstrong, has been charged with Breaking and Entering, Larceny, Malicious Damage, Resisting Arrest, and Escaping Lawful Custody following a May 29 burglary at Turki and Son Store on Lower All Saints Road. All stolen items, including eleven televisions and power tools, were recovered by investigators.
Tyrells Man Charged with Break-In, Larceny and Resisting Arrest After Lower All Saints Road Store Robbery
Tristan Armstrong, 34, of Tyrells has been charged with Breaking and Entering, Larceny, Malicious Damage, Resisting Arrest, and Escaping Lawful Custody following a break-in at Turki and Son Store on Lower All Saints Road. All stolen items, including eleven televisions and power tools, were recovered by police.
Boy, 11, Beaten with Glass Bottle in Attempted Bicycle Robbery in Golden Grove
An 11-year-old boy was repeatedly struck with a glass bottle by a group of young men in Golden Grove Extension after he refused to hand over his bicycle, according to Antigua.news. Police are investigating the June 5 incident, and no arrests have been made.
11-Year-Old Boy Beaten with Glass Bottle During Bicycle Robbery Attempt in Golden Grove
An 11-year-old boy was beaten with a glass bottle by four young men who attempted to steal his bicycle in Golden Grove Extension on the evening of June 5. Police are currently investigating the incident.
Supermarket Owner Struck With Iron Pipe in St. John's Assault
A supermarket owner at Wilkinson's Cross in St. John's was allegedly struck in the jaw with an iron pipe by an unknown man on Friday morning. Police responded to the scene but were unable to locate the suspect, and investigations are ongoing.
Two Arrested for Murder After Man Found Dead in All Saints Community
Two suspects are in custody following the fatal attack on 35-year-old Sheldon Dias, who was found with multiple wounds at a property in Mock Pond, All Saints, on Friday. Police have confirmed a man and a woman were arrested on suspicion of murder as investigations continue.
Two Arrested in Connection with All Saints Murder of Sheldon Dias
Two suspects — one male, one female — are in police custody following the murder of 35-year-old Sheldon Dias, who was found with multiple wounds at Mock Pond, All Saints, on Friday afternoon.
Bolans Woman Reports Sexual Assault; Police Launch Investigation
A 30-year-old woman has reported a sexual assault in Bolans to the Criminal Investigations Department, alleging the incident occurred in the early hours of June 1. Police are actively investigating and no arrests have been made.
Man Killed in Mackpond Machete Attack; Two Suspects in Custody
Sheldon Diaz of All Saints has died following a brutal machete and knife attack in the Mackpond area, witnessed by multiple bystanders. Police have taken a man and a woman into custody as investigations continue.