PHILIPSBURG:--- On Tuesday November 4th, 2014 at approximately 5:00 p.m. a suspect in an ongoing investigation concerning an attempted murder/severe ill-treatment with a weapon, was arrested by police in the vicinity of Fisherman's Wharf in Cole Bay. The suspect with initials A.L. (24) was involved in a fight on November 2nd, 2014 at a bar in Cole Bay. During this fight the victim was seriously wounded after being stabbed. The suspect cooperated completely with police during his arrest. The suspect was taken to the Philipsburg police station where he remains in custody for further investigation.
Police visits Milton Peters College during "Carrier Day".
On Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 two inspectors of the Sint Maarten Police Department namely Inspector Felix Richards (C.P.O.) and Inspector Ricardo Henson (P.R.) visited the Milton Peters College during the hosting of "Carrier Day". While at the school both officers gave the students who attended the presentation an extensive explanation regarding the police force. The presentation consisted of a little of history of the police force, the structure of the police force, the job requirements and possibilities to growing within the organisation. The students were quite impressed and enthusiastic about the presentation. After the presentation the students were allowed to ask questions which were answered by the officers.
While at the school the officers used the opportunity to continue to promote the "Stop, Drop & Go" project which thus far has been very successful. The students were informed about the dangers of the possession of firearms and the consequences of using them. They were also encouraged to promote this project. Many students were then given a "Stop, Drop and Go" rubber wrist band which show their support of the project.
KPSM Police Report