PHILIPSBURG:--- As part of ongoing efforts to maintain public safety and security on Sint Maarten, the Korps Politie Sint Maarten (KPSM) Flex Team conducted security and traffic controls across various areas of the country during the afternoon of September 28 and into the early morning of September 29, 2026.
During the nighttime controls, officers attempted to stop a dark-colored vehicle traveling along A. Th. Illidge Road after observing it coming from a fast-food establishment in the Dutch Quarter area.
The driver failed to comply with the officers’ instructions to stop and instead increased the vehicle’s speed.
The driver continued fleeing at high speed toward Mount William Hill.
Officers initiated a short pursuit; however, the vehicle was subsequently lost from sight.
Public urged to cooperate with officers’ instructions during these controls
KPSM reminds all motorists that they must comply with lawful instructions given by police officers and other authorized personnel during traffic and security controls. Failure to comply may constitute a violation of applicable traffic laws and can result in enforcement action.
Similar controls were conducted in several locations, including: Dutch Quarter, Cole Bay, Indigo Bay Roundabout, the Osborne Kruythoff Roundabout, Maho, and the Cupecoy area.
During the operations:
- 24 vehicles were stopped and subjected to controls.
- Preventive searches were conducted.
- 34 persons were searched.
- No illegal weapons or controlled substances were found during the searches.
KPSM emphasizes that these controls are part of its ongoing commitment to preventing crime, maintaining public order, and ensuring the safety and security of residents and visitors.
Additional controls will continue in the coming period. KPSM urges the public to cooperate with officers during these operations so that the controls can be conducted safely, efficiently, and respectfully.
KPSM remains committed to making the safety and security of Sint Maarten its highest priority.
