At the beginning of the week, the Sint Maarten police (KPSM) and the Dutch National Gendarmerie (KMar) conducted a coordinated control operation in Cole Bay, Simpson Bay, Maho and the Lowlands area.
In total, 40 vehicles were checked as part of checks related to firearms and narcotics legislation. The operation resulted in four traffic tickets, one arrest, and the seizure of a firearmThe police remind everyone that anyone in illegal possession of a firearm risks arrest and confiscation of the weapon. She also emphasizes the serious risks associated with carrying and handling weapons, which can lead to quickly turn an altercation into a deadly confrontation or cause accidental injuries. The Royal Dutch Marechaussee is currently supporting the KPSM in operations aimed at reducing crime and strengthening public safety. The two services plan to to continue these operations in the coming weeksRoad users are asked to cooperate with law enforcement.
