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Rotary Club Hands Over EC$28,000 Renovated Classroom to Police Youth Unit
The Rotary Club of Antigua has handed over a renovated EC$28,000 classroom facility to the Royal Police Force's Youth Intervention Unit, aimed at improving conditions for at-risk youth programmes. The project included roof repairs, upgraded lighting, bathroom improvements, and repainting.
Rotary Club Hands Over EC$28,000 Renovated Classroom to Police Youth Unit
The Rotary Club of Antigua has handed over a newly renovated classroom to the Royal Police Force's Youth Intervention Unit in a project valued at approximately EC$28,000. The refurbishment included roof repairs, lighting upgrades, bathroom improvements, and repainting of the facility.
Costume Island Antigua Recovers Stolen Items, Thanks Police and Public
Costume Island Antigua has thanked the Royal Police Force and members of the public after most stolen items were recovered and an alleged perpetrator arrested and remanded to prison.
ASP Frankie Thomas Earns Top Caribbean Community Policing Honour
Assistant Superintendent of Police Frankie Thomas has been awarded the prestigious ASSL Top Caribbean Community Policing Award at a ceremony in Paramaribo, Suriname. The honour, presented jointly by the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police and Amalgamated Security Services Limited, recognises outstanding commitment to police-community relations across the Caribbean.
Fire Destroys Wehner Road Building; Investigators Probe Possible Generator Link
A major fire destroyed a two-storey building on Wehner Road on Wednesday afternoon, gutting a hardware store and restaurant while all occupants escaped safely. Fire officials have launched an investigation, with residents reporting the blaze may be linked to a generator failure following an island-wide power outage.
Canadian Drug Suspect Remanded at HMP Raises Bed Bug Complaint in Court
A Canadian man on remand at His Majesty's Prison, facing drug importation charges valued at over EC$200,000, complained of bed bugs in court on Wednesday and requested a cell transfer. The judge directed him to raise the matter with his attorney.
NSWMA Worker Okeen Lightfoot Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle on All Saints Road
NSWMA worker Okeen Lightfoot has died after being struck by a vehicle while performing roadside duties on All Saints Road on Tuesday. The agency has expressed its condolences, while Health Minister Michael Joseph visited the scene and called for greater road safety.
Villa Resident Found Dead at Home After Neighbours Raise Alarm
The body of Henry Waterman, a Barbadian national and former local teacher, was discovered in an advanced state of decomposition at his Villa home on Tuesday after neighbours raised the alarm. Police and a district doctor attended the scene, and an investigation into the circumstances of his death is now underway.
Former Teacher Found Dead in Decomposed State at Villa Residence
The body of Henry Waterman, a Barbadian national and former teacher at Mary E. Pigott Primary School, was discovered in a decomposed state at his Villa home on Tuesday. Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances of his death.
Driver's Family Speaks Out After Fatal All Saints Road Crash Claims Worker's Life
The family of the driver involved in Tuesday's fatal All Saints Road crash has released a public statement expressing heartbreak and offering condolences to the family of Okeen Lightfoot, the 29-year-old National Solid Waste Management Authority worker who died at the scene. The family confirmed full cooperation with the ongoing police investigation.
Jamaican National Pleads Guilty to $246K Cannabis Trafficking Charge
Damar Sappleton, a Jamaican national living in Bendals, has pleaded guilty before the High Court to trafficking 41 pounds of cannabis worth an estimated $246,000, seized at Deep Water Harbour in March 2024. He is due to be sentenced on 5 June.
Jamaican National Pleads Guilty to $246K Cannabis Trafficking at Deep Water Harbour
Damar Sappleton, a Jamaican national residing in Bendals, has pleaded guilty to drug trafficking after officers discovered 41 pounds of cannabis valued at $246,000 hidden in boxes at Deep Water Harbour in March 2024. He is due to be sentenced on June 5th.
Driver's Family Offers Condolences, Vows Full Cooperation After Fatal All Saints Road Crash
The family of the driver involved in a fatal crash on All Saints Road on May 12th has issued a public statement offering condolences to the family of victim Okeen Lightfoot and confirming full cooperation with the ongoing investigation.
NSWMA Worker Killed in All Saints Road Crash Identified as Okeem Lightfoot
Okeem Lightfoot, 29, of Swetes Village has been identified as the National Solid Waste Management Authority worker killed after a motor bus struck him while he was on duty along All Saints Road Tuesday morning. Police investigations into the fatal crash are ongoing.
NSWA Worker Killed in All Saints Road Bus Collision
A 29-year-old employee of the National Solid Waste Management Authority was killed on Tuesday after a motor bus lost control on All Saints Road and pinned him against a parked truck. Police have identified the deceased as Okeem Lightfoot of Swetes Village and say the investigation is ongoing.
Health Minister Visits Scene After NSWMA Beautification Worker Killed on All Saints Road
Health Minister Michael Joseph visited the scene of a fatal road accident on All Saints Road after an NSWMA beautification worker was struck and killed while performing roadside duties. The minister offered condolences to the worker's family and called on motorists to exercise greater care around roadside crews.
NSWMA Worker Killed After Being Struck by Bus on All Saints Road
A National Solid Waste Management Authority worker was killed on Tuesday after being struck by a bus while cutting grass along All Saints Road. Police are investigating the circumstances of the fatal incident.
Solid Waste Worker Killed After Being Struck by Bus on All Saints Road
A National Solid Waste Management Authority worker has died after being struck by a bus while cutting grass along All Saints Road on Tuesday. Police are investigating the circumstances of the fatal accident.
Newfield Man Dies After Weeks on Life Support Following Motorcade Incident
A 33-year-old Newfield man has died after nearly two weeks on life support at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, following injuries he allegedly sustained during an Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party motorcade in late April. Investigations into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing.
Man Dies After Alleged Fall From Truck During ABLP Motorcade
A 33-year-old Newfield man has died after spending weeks on life support at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, following an alleged fall from a truck during an Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party motorcade. Authorities have not confirmed a cause of death as investigations continue.