Crime
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Store Clerk Ordered to Pay $6K Compensation for Debit Card Fraud
A former store clerk, Jamila Edwards, has been ordered by the High Court to pay $6,000 in compensation after fraudulently using her employer's debit card to make unauthorised purchases on Shein in 2023.
DPP Weighs Appeal After Mixed Verdicts in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
Director of Public Prosecutions Clement Joseph is weighing an appeal after two defendants were acquitted in the Nigel Christian murder trial, while defence attorney Wendell Alexander vows to challenge the one conviction handed down. The split verdict has left both sides preparing for further legal battles.
Police HQ Evacuated After Anonymous Bomb Threat Monday Morning
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda headquarters on American Road was evacuated Monday morning after an anonymous caller reported an explosive device inside the building. Authorities responded immediately, clearing staff and deploying the Explosive Ordnance team.
Harrigan Convicted of Senior Customs Officer Nigel Christian's Murder
A jury has found Saleim Harrigan guilty of murdering senior Customs officer Nigel Christian, who was dragged from his McKinnons home at gunpoint in broad daylight six years ago. The verdict concludes one of Antigua and Barbuda's most high-profile murder trials in recent memory.
Police Identify Man Found Dead in Parked Vehicle in All Saints Village
Authorities have identified the man found dead inside a parked vehicle in All Saints Village on April 25 as 65-year-old Stanley Warner of English Harbour. The Royal Police Force has launched a formal investigation into the circumstances of his death.
Green Bay Man Pleads Guilty to Unlawful Firearm and Ammunition Charges
Joel Isaac, a 21-year-old from Green Bay, has pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition before Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel, more than a year after the alleged offences took place.
Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal Dismisses Challenge to 'Dolly House' Murder Conviction
The Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal has dismissed the appeal of Everton Welch, convicted in 1994 for the murder of former Customs Comptroller Rolston "Dolly House" Samuel, ending a legal battle spanning more than 30 years.
Jury Set to Deliberate Monday in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
The jury in the Nigel Christian murder trial will begin deliberations on Monday following weeks of testimony, DNA evidence, and disputes over alleged planted evidence. Three men await the jury's verdict after closing speeches were delivered on Wednesday.
UPP City South Candidate Submits Video Evidence of Billboard Vandalism to Police
UPP candidate for St John's City South Adrian Williams has submitted video evidence to the Commissioner of Police showing a person vandalising his campaign billboards in the Briggins area. The incident is one of several reports of campaign material destruction recorded across Antigua and Barbuda.
Greenbay Hill Man Jailed After Pleading Guilty to Illegal Shotgun Possession
Greenbay Hill resident Ahjahnae Nicholas, 26, has been remanded into custody after pleading guilty to possessing an illegal Mossberg 12-gauge shotgun found under his bed. His 20-year-old co-accused, Kayshia Riley, also faces a related charge.
Accused in Nigel Christian Murder Trial Calls Charges 'Hardest Thing' He Has Faced
Wayne Thomas, one of three men on trial for the abduction and murder of senior Customs official Nigel Christian, has proclaimed his innocence in an unsworn dock statement, calling the accusation the hardest experience of his life. The high-profile case continues to draw public attention across Antigua and Barbuda.
Villa Butcher Pleads Guilty to Illegal Firearm Possession
Villa resident Datwan Simon, 27, pleaded guilty before Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel after police discovered a Colt 1911 9mm pistol hidden under his home during an early morning search. As reported by Antigua Observer, Simon, a butcher, admitted to unlawful possession of the firearm.
Man Shot in Grays Farm in Serious Condition After Sunday Night Incident
A Golden Grove man is in serious condition after being shot at Number 3 George Street, Green Bay, in the Grays Farm area late Sunday night, April 19, 2026.
Former Regional Officials Call for Community-Led Approach to Fighting Crime
Former regional officials, including ex-St Kitts and Nevis Deputy Prime Minister Dr Shawn Richards, are calling for a combined approach to crime reduction that pairs traditional law enforcement with community policing and social intervention programs. The officials argue that addressing systemic factors is essential to achieving lasting public safety in the Caribbean.
Two Men Arrested After Loaded Firearm Discovered in Vehicle in Willikies
Two men were arrested in Willikies in the early hours of Saturday, April 18, 2026, after police officers on patrol discovered a 9mm pistol and seven rounds of ammunition inside their vehicle.
Murder Accused in Nigel Christian Case to Decide on Testimony Today
The three men accused of abducting and killing senior Customs official Nigel Christian are set to inform the High Court today whether they will testify, remain silent, or deliver unsworn statements. Saleim Harrigan, Wayne Thomas, and Lasean Bully each face charges in connection with the high-profile case.
Willikies Woman Trapped Over an Hour After Vehicle Falls Victim to Unfinished Road Works
Willikies resident Carol-Faye Bynoe was trapped in her Toyota Rav 4 for over an hour after her vehicle fell victim to unfinished road works late Thursday night. She escaped with only minor injuries, according to Antigua Observer.
Two Crashes in 24 Hours Damage Utility Poles, Knock Out Power for Residents
Two vehicular collisions within 24 hours — one in Hatton and another on All Saints Road — have damaged utility poles and caused prolonged power outages for residents, with authorities blaming mechanical failure and driver negligence.
Prosecution Rests in Nigel Christian Murder Trial After Investigator Grilled on Evidence Gaps
The prosecution has formally closed its case in the murder trial of three men charged with killing senior Customs officer Nigel Christian, following intense cross-examination of the lead investigator over gaps in the evidence. Defence counsel challenged a series of investigative decisions during Friday's proceedings.
Murder Case Against Deon Lloyd Stalls Again as DPP File Nears One Year
The murder case against Deon Lloyd, charged in Antigua and Barbuda's first homicide of 2025, has been adjourned again as the file remains with the Director of Public Prosecutions for nearly a year. Lloyd is accused of killing 35-year-old Javorn Williams of Old Road.