Crime
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Child Among Injured in Bus-Car Collision on Pares Main Road
A child is among those injured following a collision between a passenger bus and a car on the Pares main road. Emergency crews are on scene and at least one person remains trapped in the vehicle.
Police Issue Easter Monday Safety Advisory Amid Holiday Celebrations
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has issued an Easter Monday safety advisory urging residents and visitors to exercise caution at beaches and social gatherings, while warning against drink driving and reminding vendors of the Good Friday alcohol sales ban.
Activist Urges Stronger Action as Missing Teen Tejornie Spotted Across Antigua
Community activist Mary John is calling for urgent intervention after missing teenager Tejornie was reportedly spotted in multiple areas across Antigua on Sunday. John is urging the public to assist in locating the teen and pressing officials to prevent further escapes from the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre.
Mother Pleads for Public Help as Missing Teen Flees Hospital Care Twice
A mother is urgently appealing for public help to locate her missing teenage son, Tejornie Mannix, who has fled hospital care twice after exhibiting sudden behavioural changes. His mother warns the public not to pursue him, as he may react unpredictably.
Mother Pleads for Public's Help in Search for Missing Teen with Mental Health Crisis
Teneshia Warren is appealing to the public for help locating her teenage son, Tejornie Mannix, who has fled hospital care twice and remains missing amid a mental health crisis. The family reports visible bruises on the teen and urges anyone who spots him to call 725-0118 rather than approach him directly.
Police Appeal for Public Help After Easter Sunday Shooting Wounds Four Young Men
Four young men between the ages of 17 and 20 were shot along Corn Alley in the early hours of Easter Sunday, April 5. Police are seeking public assistance in identifying suspects who fled the scene in a white Toyota Belta.
Police Hunt Suspects After Easter Sunday Shooting Injures Four Young Men
Four young men between the ages of 17 and 20 were shot along Corn Alley in the early hours of Easter Sunday morning. All four are in stable condition, and police are seeking the public's help in identifying suspects who fled in a white Toyota Belta.
Four Youths Shot Near Joe Mikes Hotel in Late-Night Incident
Four youths aged 16 to 20 were shot near Joe Mikes, between Corn Alley and Nevis Street, late at night. All four remain in stable condition as police investigate the incident.
Four Youths Wounded in Late-Night St. John's Shooting Near Nevis Street
Four young people aged 16 to 20 were hospitalised in stable condition following a late-night shooting near Joe Mikes, between Corn Alley and Nevis Street in St. John's. Police are actively investigating the incident.
Two Men Arrested After Casino Altercation and Failed Escape Attempt
Two men were arrested in the early hours of Sunday after an altercation with police at Paradise Casino, during which one suspect briefly attempted to flee custody before being quickly apprehended. Investigations remain ongoing.
PM Browne Dismisses Gang Theory in Villa Teen Double Murder as Suspects Remain Held
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has dismissed gang involvement as a factor in the killings of two Villa teenagers, as two men remain held as persons of interest and investigators await a formal police update following a coroner's inquest.
PM Browne: Villa Double Teen Homicide Not Gang-Related, Inquest Concludes
The inquest into the Villa deaths of teenagers Omarie Lewis and Brianna Clarke has concluded, with Prime Minister Gaston Browne stating the double homicide was not gang-related. Two persons of interest remain in custody as police continue their investigation.
Elderly Man Hospitalised After Being Struck by Vehicle Near Landing Strip Bar
An elderly man, believed to be around 65 years old, was hospitalised in stable condition after being struck by a vehicle early Sunday morning near the Landing Strip Bar and Restaurant. Police say the incident is not being treated as a hit-and-run and an investigation is ongoing.
Four Youths Shot Near Corn Alley in Late-Night Incident
Four young people between the ages of 16 and 20 were shot late at night near Joe Mike's in the Corn Alley and Nevis Street area. All four were transported to hospital and are reported to be in stable condition.
Four Youths Shot Near Joe Mikes in Early Morning Incident
Four young people between the ages of 16 and 20 are in stable condition after being shot in the vicinity of Joe Mikes, between Corn Alley and Nevis Street. Police investigations are ongoing.
Mother Pleads for Public's Help Locating Distressed Missing Teen
A mother is urgently appealing to the public for help finding her teenage son, Tejornie Mannix, who is wandering the streets in distress with visible bruises and avoiding family members trying to get him help.
Resident Demands Accountability After Police Response to Firearm Threat Falls Short
A woman is demanding accountability from the All Saints Police Station after she says officers failed to take meaningful action following a firearm threat made against her. According to Antigua News Room, despite providing a full report and license plate information, she has received no updates and continues to live in fear.
Court Rejects Jolly Harbour Homeowner's Bid to Silence Management Company in Fee Dispute
A High Court judge has dismissed an urgent application by Jolly Harbour property owner Cyprian Kowalczyk, who sought to prevent management company CDAL from labelling him a debtor amid an ongoing fee dispute. The ruling does not resolve whether the fees are legally owed, with that question set to be decided at trial.
High Court Rejects Jolly Harbour Homeowner's Bid to Restrain Developer Over Fee Dispute
A High Court judge has dismissed Jolly Harbour homeowner Cyprian Kowalczyk's emergency bid to stop management company Caribbean Developments (Antigua) Limited from labelling him a non-payer, finding he failed to meet the legal requirements for the order. The underlying dispute over whether Kowalczyk is obligated to pay community charges will proceed to a full trial.
Man Sentenced to Five Years for Sexual Assault of 13-Year-Old Cousin
A man has been sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of sexually assaulting his 13-year-old cousin during a school drop-off in October 2022. A jury deliberated for roughly 90 minutes before returning unanimous guilty verdicts on charges of serious indecency and indecent assault.