SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) wishes to provide an update regarding the ongoing investigation into the kidnapping of two men that took place on Richmond Drive in Cole Bay on Monday, November 9, 2026.
During the course of the investigation, detectives were able to locate one of the kidnapping victims, who was found alive.
Information obtained during the investigation suggests that the second victim may also be alive. However, detectives have not yet been able to independently verify his current whereabouts.
Based on information obtained during the investigation, detectives conducted a house search at an apartment in the Fort Willem area. This search was carried out under the auspices of the Acting Judge of Instruction (Rechter-Commissaris).
During the house search, one male suspect was arrested in connection with firearm possession. Evidence relevant to the ongoing investigation was also seized for further examination.
Due to the complexity and sensitive nature of this investigation, KPSM will not be releasing any further details at this time, as doing so could compromise the ongoing investigative process.
KPSM is making a direct appeal to the second victim, should he be in a position to do so, to contact the police as soon as possible to confirm his safety and whereabouts.
KPSM is also appealing to anyone who may know the whereabouts of the second victim, or who may have been in contact with him since the incident, to come forward and provide this information to the police.
Anyone with information is urged to contact KPSM at 911, +1 (721) 542-2222, or the anonymous tip line at 9300.
ARCHIVED - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2026 - SINT MAARTEN (COLE BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is currently investigating a kidnapping incident involving two men that took place on Richmond Drive in Cole Bay on Monday, November 9, 2026.
Shortly after 2:00 p.m., Central Police Dispatch received several calls reporting that four men dressed in dark clothing and armed with what appeared to be long firearms had forcibly abducted two men, placed them into vehicles, and driven away in an unknown direction.
Several police patrols, detectives, and forensic personnel were immediately dispatched to the location to investigate the incident.
At the scene, detectives obtained statements from several witnesses who reportedly observed the incident. A search operation was also carried out in the surrounding area in an attempt to locate both the victims and the suspects involved.
The investigation is ongoing, and KPSM is making every effort to establish the circumstances surrounding this serious incident and locate the two victims.
KPSM is appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information regarding the whereabouts of the victims or suspects to contact the police immediately.
Information can be provided by calling:
Emergency: 911
Police Station: +1 (721) 542-2222
Anonymous Tip Line: 9300
KPSM urges members of the public not to approach any individuals believed to be involved, as they may be armed and dangerous.
Further information will be provided as the investigation progresses.
