PHILIPSBURG:--- Two armed bandits on a scooter robbed Domino's Pizza Bush Road around 11 pm on Monday. Police Spokesman Joe Josepha said the establishments were stormed by two armed robbers on Monday evening just after 11 pm.
Cash was taken from the first establishment and the two masked men fled the scene on a scooter and robbed the Petro Plus gas station minutes after which is located on Bush Road. An undisclosed amount of money was taken and the robbers fled on their bike to the St. Peters area. Police patrols rushed to the St Peters South Reward area to search the area for any sign of these robbers. Police are requesting the community who might have seen something to call 911 and assist Police with the apprehension of these robbers on this Monday evening.
Armed Robberies on Bush Road: Warning and Request for Public Attempted Vigilance
On Monday night, December 4th, 2023, just after 10:00 PM, the Central Dispatch of Sint Maarten Police Force received several calls reporting attempted armed robberies in the Bush Road area. The first call indicated that several persons were attempting to rob a pizza business, followed shortly by another call indicating a similar attempt at a gas station on Bush Road.
In immediate response, multiple police patrols and detectives were dispatched to the locations in question. Upon reaching the area, patrols saw two individuals on a scooter and attempted to intervene. However, these persons evaded capture by fleeing into one of the alleys in the dark.
The Sint Maarten Police Force urges all business owners and residents to remain vigilant, especially during this festive season. As we approach the end of the year, there is an increase in activities, and criminals may seek to take advantage of the bustling environment.
Business owners are advised to review and reinforce their security measures. We encourage the public to report any suspicious activities immediately to the Police Force Central Dispatch. Cooperation and information from the community are crucial in maintaining the safety and security of our neighborhoods.
The detectives who are investigating this Armed robbery case are asking anyone who has information about these robberies to contact the Sint Maarten Police Force, at +1 721- 542 22 22 ext. 204 or 205 or the anonymous tip line on 9300 (free of charge). You can also leave a Private Message via our Facebook page (Police Force of Sint Maarten – Korps Politie Sint Maarten.
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