The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) wishes to provide an update regarding the ongoing
investigation into the kidnapping of two men that took place on Richmond Drive in Cole Bay
on Monday, November 9, 2026.
During the course of the investigation, detectives were able to locate one of the kidnapping
victims, who was found alive.
Information obtained during the investigation suggests that the second victim may also be
alive. However, detectives have not yet been able to independently verify his current
whereabouts.
Based on information obtained during the investigation, detectives conducted a house
search at an apartment in the Fort Willem area. This search was carried out under the
auspices of the Acting Judge of Instruction (Rechter-Commissaris).
During the house search, one male suspect was arrested in connection with firearm
possession. Evidence relevant to the ongoing investigation was also seized for further
examination.
Due to the complexity and sensitive nature of this investigation, KPSM will not be releasing
any further details at this time, as doing so could compromise the ongoing investigative
process.
KPSM is making a direct appeal to the second victim, should he be in a position to do so, to
contact the police as soon as possible to confirm his safety and whereabouts.
KPSM is also appealing to anyone who may know the whereabouts of the second victim, or
who may have been in contact with him since the incident, to come forward and provide this
information to the police.
Anyone with information is urged to contact KPSM at 911, +1 (721) 542-2222, or the
anonymous tip line at 9300.
