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Police Probe Rape of 67-Year-Old Woman Following Early Morning Home Invasion
Police are investigating the reported rape of a 67-year-old woman who was sexually assaulted after a suspect forced his way into her home around 3:30 a.m. last Wednesday. The victim has appealed to the public for help in identifying the perpetrator.
Entertainer Faces High Court Trial in October Over Sexual Assault Allegations
An entertainer whose identity is shielded by legal restrictions is scheduled to stand trial before Justice Ann Marie Smith on October 5, facing charges of serious indecency and indecent assault arising from an alleged incident on December 23, 2024. The accused has pleaded not guilty to both counts.
UWI Warns Public of Fraudulent Website Stealing University's Name and Data
The University of the West Indies has issued a public warning about a fraudulent website falsely claiming affiliation with the institution and collecting personal data from unsuspecting users. UWI has reported the matter to international cyber and law enforcement authorities and is pursuing legal action to have the site removed.
La-Shanti Cooper Pleads Not Guilty in Death of Teen Keane Gregoire
La-Shanti Cooper has pleaded not guilty to causing death by dangerous driving in the May 2023 crash that killed 18-year-old Keane Gregoire, with a case management hearing scheduled for September 25 to determine a trial date.
Woman Pleads Not Guilty in Death of Teen Killed in 2023 All Saints Road Crash
La-Shanti Cooper has pleaded not guilty to causing death by dangerous driving in connection with the May 2023 crash that killed 18-year-old Keane Gregoire. A case management hearing is scheduled for September 25 to determine a trial date.
Two Teenagers Shot on South Street in Late-Night Ambush
Two teenage boys were shot and hospitalised after masked gunmen opened fire on South Street shortly after 9:10 p.m. on Saturday, June 27. Their injuries are not considered life-threatening, and police are pursuing leads with no arrests made.
Two Teenagers Shot on South Street; Suspects Remain at Large
Two teenage males sustained gunshot injuries in a Saturday night attack on South Street, St. John's. Both victims are receiving treatment at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Two Teenagers Shot on South Street; Police Appeal for Witnesses
Two teenage males were shot and wounded on South Street on Saturday night after two unknown suspects opened fire before fleeing on foot. Both victims are receiving treatment at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
63-Year-Old Stabbed in Broad Daylight Gold Chain Robbery on Armstrong Road
A 63-year-old man was stabbed in the right shoulder and robbed of his gold chain by two men outside a superette on No. 2 Armstrong Road on Friday afternoon. The suspects fled toward Kentish Road and remain at large as police continue their investigation.
Royal Police Force Officer Earns Master's Degree in Forensic Investigation from UK University
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has congratulated officer Latisha Brown on earning a Master's Degree in Forensic Investigation with a concentration in Firearms Investigation from Cranfield University in the United Kingdom. The administration says her expertise is expected to bolster the Force's investigative capabilities.
Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for 2020 Murder of Customs Officer Nigel Christian
Saleim Harrigan has been sentenced to life in prison, with a minimum of 40 years before parole eligibility, for the 2020 abduction and murder of Principal Customs Officer Nigel Christian. The High Court ruling closes one of the country's most prominent criminal cases in recent memory.
Police Clear APUA Facilities Following Bomb Scare, Operations Resume
A bomb scare Thursday morning prompted the evacuation of staff from two APUA facilities in St. John's before police cleared both buildings and issued the all-clear. Customer services, including bill payment and information lines, were temporarily disrupted during the incident.
High Court to Sentence Saleim Harrigan Thursday for Murder of Customs Officer Nigel Christian
The High Court is scheduled to sentence convicted murderer Saleim Harrigan on Thursday for the abduction and killing of customs officer Nigel Christian. The court will decide between a whole-life sentence and a fixed term, with the Director of Public Prosecutions seeking a maximum of 50 years or life imprisonment.
Multi-Agency Search Underway After Swetes Man Vanishes at Pigeon Point Beach
A multi-agency search operation is underway off Pigeon Point Beach after a man from the Swetes community disappeared beneath the surface while swimming on Wednesday. Divers from the Coast Guard, ABSAR, and a private diving company are actively involved in the search.
Driver Pleads Guilty to All Charges in Tahje Browne Cycling Crash
Vincentian national Kishroy Harry has pleaded guilty to all four charges, including dangerous driving, stemming from the June 20 collision that injured prominent Antiguan cyclist Tahje Browne. Sentencing is scheduled for July 1.
Masked Men Steal Backhoe to Attack ATM in Daring Tobago Heist
Two masked men stole a Caterpillar backhoe in Tobago and used it in a brazen attempt to rip an ATM vault from a First Citizens Bank branch, causing significant structural damage. The early-morning incident is part of a troubling pattern of bold criminal activity across the Caribbean.
Thieves Use Stolen Backhoe in Brazen ATM Heist Attempt in Tobago
Two masked men in Tobago stole a Caterpillar backhoe and used it to attempt to rip an ATM from a commercial building, in what authorities described as a brazen early-morning heist. The suspects fled empty-handed after the backhoe was damaged during the operation, as reported by Antigua.news.
Former Athlete Stands Trial for Alleged Sexual Abuse of Young Daughter
A former athlete is on trial in Antigua's High Court, accused of sexually abusing his young daughter on multiple occasions between April 2022 and April 2023. According to Antigua.news, the case is being heard before Justice Ann Marie Smith and an all-female jury.
Vincentian National Pleads Guilty in Collision That Injured Cyclist Tahje Browne
Kishroy Harry, a Vincentian national, has pleaded guilty to all charges arising from a June 20 collision on Sir Sydney Walling Highway that hospitalised cyclist Tahje Browne. Harry is remanded to His Majesty's Prison and is due back in court on July 1 for sentencing.
Police Probe Three Break-Ins Across Antigua Within One Week
Antigua police are investigating three separate breaking and entering incidents reported across Fort Road, Belmont, and All Saints between June 16 and June 19. The crimes involved the theft of cash, a power drill, and shop merchandise, with investigators already gathering leads in at least one case.