PHILIPSBURG:--- On February 12, 2025, the Sint Maarten Police Force, with support from the Marine Detachment of the Dutch Forces in the Caribbean, conducted a search operation at the Point Blanche prison. This operation aimed to maintain order within the facility and ensure the safety of both staff and inmates.
During the search, authorities confiscated 73 stabbing, piercing, and striking weapons, along with 20 mobile phones. Additionally, a quantity of marijuana and ecstasy was discovered and seized. Removing these prohibited items is part of an ongoing effort to enhance security and prevent illicit activities within the prison.
Assisting civil authorities remains one of the core responsibilities of the Dutch Forces in the Caribbean. This collaboration between the Ministry of Defense and the Sint Maarten Police Force underscores a shared commitment to upholding security and stability within the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Military assistance during search operation at Point Blanche prison Sint Maarten
The Marine Detachment of the Dutch Forces in the Caribbean supported the Sint Maarten Police Force during a search operation
at the Point Blanche prison. The objective of this operation was to maintain order within the prison and ensure the safety of both staff and inmates.
Supporting civil authorities is one of the three main tasks of the Dutch Forces in the Caribbean. The cooperation between Defence and the
Sint Maarten Police Force highlights the shared commitment to maintaining a safe and stable environment within the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
KPSM Press Release.
