The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is currently investigating an armed robbery that
took place on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, at approximately 23:00 hours in the Cay Bay
area. During this incident, the victim was threatened with a firearm and subsequently
robbed of their vehicle.
As part of the ongoing investigation, detectives from the Special Unit Robbery conducted a
house search on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026, in the Dutch Quarter area.
During this investigation , a 21-year-old male suspect, identified by the initials R.R.A., was
arrested. The stolen vehicle, along with a firearm believed to have been used in the
robbery, was recovered and confiscated.
The suspect is currently in police custody and remains detained at the police station pending
further investigation.
KPSM notes a trend in robberies targeting individuals, particularly involving scooters and
vehicles. The police strongly urge anyone who has fallen victim to similar crimes to come
forward and report these incidents.
Your information can be vital in assisting ongoing investigations and ensuring the safety of
the community.
KPSM continues to actively address these criminal activities and remains committed to
maintaining public safety.
