SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) arrested two suspects on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in connection with an armed robbery at a supermarket located on Arch Road.
At approximately 3:00 p.m., the Central Police Dispatch received several calls reporting an armed robbery in progress at the supermarket. Several police patrols, along with personnel from the Detective Department, were immediately dispatched to the area.
Preliminary information gathered during the investigation indicated that two suspects, dressed in dark clothing and reportedly armed with a firearm, entered the supermarket and robbed the business.
After the robbery, the suspects fled the area on two skeleton scooters, with one of the suspects reportedly wearing rubber boots. The suspects were believed to have fled in the direction of Middle Region.
Shortly afterward, police received information that persons matching the description of the suspects had been seen in the Middle Region area. Patrol officers and detectives were directed to the location, where two skeleton scooters believed to be connected to the incident were located and secured for further investigation.
Police subsequently received information that the suspects may have taken refuge in a residence located on Gumb Drive. In coordination with the Prosecutor’s Office, officers conducted a search of the residence.
During the search, a firearm, a pair of rubber boots, and other items believed to have been taken during the robbery were discovered and confiscated as evidence.
Two suspects, identified by their initials as F.M. and M.F.W., were arrested in connection with the investigation. Both suspects were transported to the police station in Philipsburg, where they remain in custody for questioning. The investigation remains ongoing.
KPSM Remains Committed to Tackling Armed Robberies.
The Police Force of Sint Maarten takes incidents involving armed robberies and other serious violent crimes extremely seriously. KPSM is utilizing all available resources to identify, locate, and bring before the law those responsible for these types of crimes.
The arrests made in this case demonstrate the importance of rapid police response, investigative work, and information provided by members of the community. KPSM will continue to intensify its efforts and will not relent in pursuing suspects involved in armed robberies and other serious criminal activities.
The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and to report suspicious activity or information concerning criminal activity directly to the police. Information can be provided by calling 542-2222 or anonymously through the police tip line at 9300.
