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Police Defend Major Cannabis Raid Near Pares Village, Warn Illegal Growers
Police have seized more than 500 cannabis plants and nearly 1,000 pounds of cured marijuana in a major raid near Pares Village, with four men arrested. ASP Frankie Thomas warned that illegal cultivation will continue to be prosecuted regardless of the country's decriminalisation laws.
ASP Frankie Thomas Defends Major Cannabis Bust Near Pares; Four Men in Custody
Four men remain in police custody following a major cannabis bust near Pares Village, where officers seized more than 500 plants and close to 1,000 pounds of cured marijuana. ASP Frankie Thomas defended the operation, stating the unlicensed, commercial-scale plantation was a clear violation of Antigua and Barbuda's laws.
Four Men Arrested After Police Seize 500 Cannabis Plants Near Pares Village
Four men were taken into custody on Thursday after a joint law enforcement operation uncovered more than 500 cannabis plants and nearly 1,000 pounds of cured marijuana at an illegal plantation near Pares Village. Authorities say the operation far exceeded the legal limits for cannabis cultivation permitted in Antigua and Barbuda.
Four Arrested After Joint Operation Uncovers Major Cannabis Plantation Near Pares Village
Four men remain in police custody after a joint law enforcement operation near Pares Village uncovered an unlicensed cannabis plantation, resulting in the seizure of over 500 plants and nearly 1,000 pounds of cured cannabis.
Police Investigate Sudden Death of 75-Year-Old Man on Lower All Saints Road
Police are investigating the sudden death of 75-year-old Carl Noel Lashley, whose body was found on the sidewalk near the Pillars of Saints New Testament Church of God on Lower All Saints Road on Wednesday afternoon. No visible signs of injury or violence were observed at the scene.
Ex-Police Commissioner Demands Transparency Over Dropped Cannabis Case, Raises Shooting Concerns
Former police commissioner and attorney-at-law Wendell Alexander is demanding greater transparency from the Director of Public Prosecutions over the discontinuation of a major cannabis importation case, while also raising procedural concerns about the police-involved shooting death of 18-year-old Khaleel Simon.
Loan Officer Takes Community First Credit Union to Industrial Court Over Dismissal
A former loan officer has taken Community First Co-Operative Credit Union to the Industrial Court, alleging she was summarily dismissed without due process after a medical emergency prevented her from returning from approved overseas leave. The case has sparked public debate after an industrial relations consultant publicly condemned the termination on social media.
Police Motorcycle Officer Hospitalised with Fractured Ankle After Highway Collision
Police motorcycle officer Te'field Charles, 23, remains hospitalised with a fractured right ankle after his motorcycle was struck by a Honda CR-V at a junction on Sir Sydney Walling Highway on Monday afternoon. His condition is described as stable.
Police Motorcycle Officer Hospitalised with Fractured Ankle After Highway Collision
A 23-year-old Royal Police Force motorcycle officer, Te'field Charles, remains hospitalised with a fractured right ankle after his motorcycle was struck by a vehicle at a junction on Sir Sydney Walling Highway on Monday afternoon. His condition is reported as stable.
Police Officer Seriously Injured in Factory Road Motorcycle Collision
A police officer was seriously injured Monday after a vehicle struck his motorcycle on Factory Road near Tranquility Park Cemetery. The officer was transported by ambulance to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, where his condition has not yet been officially confirmed.
CID Raids Fort Road Home, Seizes Large Cache of Suspected Stolen Goods
A Fort Road man was arrested Sunday after CID officers executing a search warrant discovered a large quantity of suspected stolen property, including appliances, power tools, electronics and construction materials. Police are urging anyone who has reported stolen items to contact the CID with proof of ownership.
Antigua's Forensic Unit Eyes Fingerprint Upgrade, Criminal Database in Modernisation Drive
Antigua and Barbuda's Crime Scene and Evidence Recovery Unit is advancing a fingerprint technology upgrade and working to establish a national criminal database, as the unit expands its forensic capabilities. CERU Director LaToya Lake-Marshall says the unit is also pushing for supporting legislation and bringing a new forensic laboratory fully on stream.
Police Recover Stolen Goods After Early-Morning Break-In on All Saints Road
Three unidentified suspects broke into a business on Lower All Saints Road at around 3:00 a.m. on May 29, making off with televisions and tools before fleeing. All stolen items were recovered outside the building, and police are appealing for public assistance in identifying those responsible.
All Saints Man Arrested as Police Seize Cannabis in Multi-Area Drug Operations
A 34-year-old All Saints man was arrested after police seized cannabis during coordinated drug enforcement operations in All Saints and Liberta on May 29. Officers from the Narcotics Department, supported by the K-9 Unit, conducted the targeted exercises as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt illegal drug activity.
Police Probe Sudden Death of Cooks Hill Man Found Outside His Home
Police are investigating the sudden death of 56-year-old Dion Francis, a Cooks Hill resident whose body was discovered outside his home Friday evening. Investigators say there is currently no evidence of foul play, though the cause of death has not yet been determined.
Police Urge Public Vigilance After Two Daylight Gold Jewelry Robberies
Two daylight robberies on Friday left victims in Ottos and Sutherlands without gold jewelry worth a combined EC$9,000. The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda is urging the public to avoid displaying valuables and to report any suspicious transactions involving gold jewelry.
Two Vehicles Destroyed in Serious Collision Near Defence Force Base
A major traffic collision near the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force base in Coolidge has left two vehicles badly damaged. Authorities have yet to confirm whether there were any injuries.
Three Armed Men Sought After Daylight Home Robbery in Carty's Hill
Three armed and masked men robbed a Carty's Hill residence in broad daylight on May 28, making off with a mobile phone, a DVR system, and a safe containing cash and ammunition. Police are appealing to the public for information as investigations continue.
Dangerous Overtaking Manoeuvre on Airport Road Caught on Video
A driver in an orange Honda Fit RS was caught on video overtaking three vehicles using a lane designated for oncoming traffic on Airport Road, forcing a white van to swerve sharply to avoid a collision. The footage has circulated widely on social media, prompting public calls for stricter traffic law enforcement.
Letter: Cannabis Charge Withdrawal Sparks Public Outcry Over Equal Justice
The withdrawal of drug trafficking charges against Canadian national Roselynee Crisostomo — allegedly found with over 67 pounds of cannabis at V.C. Bird International Airport — has prompted a public letter demanding answers from the Director of Public Prosecutions over what many see as unequal treatment under the law. As reported by Antigua.news, the charges were dropped for undisclosed medical reasons, drawing sharp criticism from citizens who argue that locals face far harsher consequences for far smaller offences.