SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is currently investigating two supermarket robberies and one attempted robbery that occurred at three different supermarkets in the Simpson Bay area.
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, shortly after 6:00 PM, Central Police Dispatch received several calls reporting the incidents. Several police patrol units and detectives were immediately dispatched to the locations.
Preliminary information indicates that two men, dressed in dark clothing and traveling on a scooter, were involved in the robberies. The suspects were reportedly in possession of a firearm during the incidents.
After the robberies, the suspects reportedly fled in the direction of the Bellevue border and crossed to the French side of the island.
The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are gathering further information and evidence related to the incidents.
Anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area around the time of the incidents, or who may have information that could assist the investigation, is urged to contact KPSM.
Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
