PHILIPSBURG--The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is investigating the kidnapping of two men who were forcibly abducted by four men dressed in dark clothing and armed with what appeared to be long firearms on Richmond Drive in Cole Bay on Monday afternoon.
Shortly after 2:00 p.m. on November 9, Central Police Dispatch received several calls reporting that the four men had abducted the two victims, placed them into vehicles and driven away in an unknown direction.
Several police patrols, detectives and forensic personnel were immediately dispatched to the scene. Detectives obtained statements from several witnesses who reportedly observed the incident. Police also carried out a search operation in the surrounding area in an attempt to locate the two men and the suspects.
The investigation is ongoing, and KPSM said it is making every effort to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and locate the victims.
Police are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about the whereabouts of the victims or suspects to contact them immediately.
Information can be provided through the following numbers: Emergency: 911, Police Station: +1 (721) 542-2222, Anonymous Tip Line: 9300.
KPSM urged members of the public not to approach anyone believed to be involved in the incident, as they may be armed and dangerous. Further information will be provided as the investigation progresses.
