Crime

Authorities at Colombo airport arrested 22 monks after discovering 110kg of cannabis hidden in luggage compartments, with investigations into a suspected smuggling network still ongoing.

A St. Kitts and Nevis-flagged cargo vessel carrying cement has been hijacked off Somalia’s Garacad coast, with 15 crew reportedly taken hostage as piracy fears resurface.

Police recovered a suspected .32 spent shell and a leather holster near the scene, and CCTV footage is being reviewed to determine the circumstances.

Witnesses reported that a masked gunman exited a vehicle and opened fire outside a Montego Bay church, as police review CCTV footage and search for suspects.

A 23-year-old man in the Bahamas is under investigation after allegedly abusing a 13-year-old girl, who became pregnant.

Two men, a Grenadian and a Venezuelan, have been arrested in connection with the seizure in the Cumberland area.

Approximately 100 firearms and about 4,000 rounds of ammunition have gone missing from the San Fernando Municipal Police Station, widening an investigation into the murder of Woman Police Constable Anusha Eversley.

Barbados Police Service is actively engaged in the investigation and warned that the apparent gang conflict between young men has spiraled out of control with retaliation becoming routine.

Authorities described the incident as a “family annihilation” after the suspect allegedly targeted multiple homes, leaving eight children dead and others critically injured in a devastating attack.

A high-level security meeting in St Kitts and Nevis reviewed national safety measures as officials discussed crime response and public protection strategies.

Authorities said the incident occurred early Sunday morning and investigations are ongoing.

The woman said she acted in self-defense after hours of alleged abuse, and no charges have been filed pending further investigation.

The body of Jahleel Westby was discovered on April 10, 2026, after he was reported missing the previous day

Police have launched an investigation after a man’s body with gunshot wounds was discovered along Tractor Road in Vega de Oropouche.

The officer was treated for dog bites and granted a week’s sick leave.

He is currently in custody awaiting his next court hearing on April 24.

He was struck multiple times in the head and face by a suspect who fled the scene, as police continue their investigation.

Ethan “Predator” Clarke was found guilty of murdering Ruel “Short Boss” Russell in front of his family, with sentencing set for April.

In Belize, a suspect known as “Cheto” terrorized a police officer’s family at their home before fleeing on a motorcycle; authorities have launched a manhunt.

Police arrested four individuals after intercepting a vehicle near Pigeon Island and recovering two pistols, ammunition and a firearm component during an early morning operation.