The Sint Maarten Police Force swiftly responded to a domestic disturbance call on October
23, 2023, at approximately 18:00 hours, dispatched to Blyden’s Drive. The call indicated a
potentially violent situation involving an ex-girlfriend and a suspect allegedly armed with a
firearm. Upon arrival at the scene, officers identified the suspect’s vehicle leaving Blyden’s
Drive. The driver, identified as A.F.X.B, was stopped and controlled.
During a routine inspection of the vehicle, officers discovered a substantial quantity of
narcotics concealed within the car. The suspect was immediately arrested, and the narcotics
were confiscated as evidence.
The suspect is currently in custody at the Philipsburg Police Station, where he is being held
for questioning regarding both the domestic violence incident and the possession of illegal
narcotics. The Sint Maarten Police Force remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-
being of our community members and will continue to take decisive action against
individuals involved in criminal activities.
The Sint Maarten Police Force urges anyone with additional information related to this
incident or other criminal activities to come forward and assist with the ongoing
investigation.
Anyone with relevant information pertaining to this investigation to contact the Major
Crimes Department of the Police Force of Sint Maarten at +17215422222 ext. 214, 208,
224 or the free anonymous tip line 9300. You can also visit www.policesxm.sx to report
crimes anonymously via the tip contact form or you can leave a private message via
Facebook page: Police Force of Sint Maarten – Korps Politie Sint Maarten