PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Special Team of the Sint Maarten Police Force (KPSM) successfully carried out multiple operations during the period of December 15 to 21, 2025, aimed at maintaining public order and safety in Sint Maarten. The operations took place at irregular times and at various locations, with particular focus on firearm possession, narcotics, and preventive enforcement in hotspot areas.
During the last week, the Team arrested four suspects:
- On the Boardwalk, a suspect was arrested who is suspected of serious violent crimes, including attempted murder, attempted murder/manslaughter, robbery with violence, and violation of the Firearms Ordinance of Sint Maarten.
- At Pendent Cactus Drive, three suspects were arrested for illegally possessing a firearm.
The officers making up part of the team also conducted intensive preventive controls in known hotspot areas. A total of 98 persons were checked with preventive searches carried out when signs of gathering were detected. Four persons were found in possession of a small amount of opium. These individuals relinquished the drugs, which were destroyed on site.
Short-duration traffic controls were conducted at strategic locations, with the team relocating to a new location after a maximum of 20 minutes.
The results of these operations:
- 170 vehicles checked
- 25 vehicles preventively searched and inspected
- 32 occupants subjected to preventive searches
These operations were conducted within the framework of Integrated Area-Oriented Policing (IGP) and in anticipation of the upcoming holidays and planned events. The Special Team will continue to carry out these enforcement actions into the new year to ensure a safe Sint Maarten through targeted controls and enforcement.
The KPSM calls on the community to remain vigilant and report suspicious situations via the emergency number 911 or the tip line.
