PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten —
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The above outlined applies to the entire inland and territorial waters of Sint Maarten. At this time, there are sites and wreckages that are considered to be restricted areas. One in particular being the HMS Proselyte in the Man of War Shoal Marine Park. There may be more wreckages in the waters of Sint Maarten and the general public is to adhere to instructions of the relevant authorities to move from a particular area if requested to do so.
The Government of St. Maarten is not restricting access to the beach however, any persons caught or are believed to be “treasure hunting” or exploring, without permission from the Minister of ECYS in the inland or territorial waters of Sint Maarten will be taken in for questioning and further criminal investigation by the relevant authorities falling under the Ministry of Justice.
Department of Culture at +1721-54-22056.
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