PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is investigating an armed robbery that took place at a jewelry store on Front Street in Philipsburg on Friday morning.
According to KPSM, at approximately 10:35 a.m. on Friday, July 17, the Police Dispatch Center received a report of an armed robbery in progress at a jewelry store located on Front Street.
Upon the arrival of the first responding patrol officers, it was determined that two male suspects had entered the establishment. Police said one suspect was armed with a handgun, while the second suspect used a hammer to smash several display showcases. The suspects subsequently stole several pieces of jewelry before fleeing the scene.
Witnesses reported seeing the suspects escape on a scooter that had been parked nearby.
Several patrol units were immediately dispatched to the surrounding areas in an attempt to locate and apprehend the suspects. Despite an extensive search, the suspects were not located.
Detectives and members of the Forensic Department also responded to the scene to conduct a thorough investigation and collect evidence. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
KPSM is once again appealing to the public for assistance. Anyone with information that may aid the investigation, including eyewitnesses or persons who may have captured the suspects or their movements, is urged to contact the Police Force of Sint Maarten at 542-2222 or the anonymous tip line 9300.
Police also encouraged the business community to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious persons or activities in and around their places of business to the authorities.