UPDATE June 13, 2025
Missing Brothers Have Made Contact with Family –
KPSM Coordinating with Regional Authorities
The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is providing an important update in connection with the case of two brothers who were recently reported missing after traveling from Antigua to Sint Maarten.
On the morning of Friday, June 13, 2025, detectives from KPSM spoke with the mother of the two young men, who confirmed that she had made contact with her sons. According to her account, the brothers are alive and currently safe. She explained that they experienced mechanical problems with the vessel they were using to travel, which left them drifting between Antigua and Barbuda for an extended period of time.
This update comes after growing concern from family members and the public, following the brothers’ unexplained disappearance after their arrival on Sint Maarten. KPSM had launched an active investigation and issued a public appeal earlier in the week for any information regarding their whereabouts.
While this development brings relief, the circumstances remain under review. KPSM is now actively engaging with its regional law enforcement and maritime partners throughout the Caribbean to verify the brothers’ current location, check on their well-being.
Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Philipsburg Police Station at +1 (721) 542-2222 or the anonymous tip line at 9300.
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Previous article Published June 12, 2025
PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating two brothers who recently traveled from Antigua to Sint Maarten.
The brothers, identified as Brabely Anthonio Esteves -Vasquez and Francisco Antonio Esteves -Vasquez arrived safely on Sint Maarten a few days ago. However, based on information received from family members, it is believed that they have since left the island under circumstances that remain unclear. The brothers have not contacted their family since their departure, raising concern for their well-being. Both brothers are nationals of Antigua & Barbuda
KPSM urges anyone who may have seen or spoken with the brothers, or who may have any information about their movements or whereabouts, to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Philipsburg Police Station at +1 (721) 542-2222 or call the anonymous tip line at 9300.
The Police Force of Sint Maarten appreciates the public’s cooperation in this matter.
