PHILIPSBURG:--- The Special Unit Robbery is investigating a robbery that took place early Thursday morning on March 12th around 12.30 am, in the vicinity of the Mullet-Bay beach.
According to the victims who gave their statement to the officer on the scene, they were sitting in their vehicle on the beach when a vehicle with three (3) unknown males pulled up alongside them. The suspects exited their car and proceeded to demand the belongings of the victims, under the threat of a firearm. The three male suspects were said to be dressed in dark attire.
After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash the robbers fled the scene in an unknown direction. The detective department is investigating this armed robbery case and asking anyone who has information, to contact Sint Maarten, Police Force.
They can call the Special Unit Robberies at +1 721- 542 22 22 ext. 204 or 205. The anonymous tip line can also be contacted at 9300, or a message can be sent to our Facebook page. (Police Force of Sint Maarten - Korps Politie Sint Maarten).
KPSM Press Release.
