Published 21 May 2026
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RSCNPF & SKNDF APPREHEND JAMAICAN FUGITIVES IN JOINTOPERATIONS
The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF), in collaboration with the St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF), has successfully apprehended two fugitives wanted
in Jamaica in connection with serious violent offences.
Published 1 May 2026
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MULTIPLE CHARGES LAID AGAINST KETWAN HAMILTON
Ketwan Hamilton of Lime Kiln Project, St. Kitts, has been formally charged in connection with the homicide that occurred at the Royal Kingdom Snackette in Lime Kiln on April 20th, 2026. Mr Hamilton has been charged with the following offences:
Published 25 April 2026
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PUBLIC ADVISORY: GANG INVOLVEMENT CARRIES SEVERE PENALTIES
The Royal Saint Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) reminds the public that gang involvement is a serious criminal offence under the laws of Saint Kitts and Nevis, and recent amendments have significantly increased the penalties. The Gang (Prohibition and Prevention) (Amendment) Act, 2025, strengthens existing legislation and introduces harsher consequences for those who participate in, support, or facilitate gang activity.
Under the law, the formation of a gang, membership in a gang, or even attempting to
become a member is illegal. Persons convicted of these offences now face penalties of up to thirty (30) years’ imprisonment, while gang leaders and those directing gang activity may face up to fprty (40) years’ imprisonment.
The Act criminalises a wide range of conduct connected to gangs. These include recruiting others into gangs, encouraging or coercing persons to join, preventing individuals from leaving, and participating in any criminal activity connected to a gang.
Assisting a gang, harbouring or concealing gang members, or possessing firearms, ammunition, or other items for the benefit of a gang are also serious offences carrying lengthy prison sentences.
The amended law introduces the offence of retaliatory action, which targets acts of violence, intimidation, or harassment against persons who refuse to join a gang, leave a gang, or assist law enforcement. A conviction for retaliatory action can result in imprisonment for up to forty (40) years. Additionally, impersonating a law enforcement officer to further gang activity is now punishable by up to thirty (30) years’ imprisonment.
The law further provides for fines of up to one hundred thousand dollars (XCD $100,000), imprisonment of up to thirty (30) years for general offences, and the forfeiture of property connected to gang-related activity. These measures are intended to remove the financial benefits of crime and strengthen enforcement.
The RSCNPF urges all persons to avoid any association with gangs. The consequences are severe and long-lasting. Citizens are encouraged to report gang activity and work with law enforcement to keep communities safe.
Published 21 April 2026
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ORIEL PERKINS CHARGED FOR MULTIPLE OFFENCES
Oriel Perkins of Government Road, Nevis, has been arrested and charged with the
offences of:
Making Use of Indecent Language
Assault
Battery on Police
Resisting Arrest
Obstruction
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Published 21 April 2026
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POLICE INVESTIGATE HOMICIDE IN LIME KILN
The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) is investigating a homicide
that occurred at the Royal Kingdom Bar in Lime Kiln, St. Kitts, between 1 AM and 2 AM
on April 20th, 2026.
