ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, CMC – Police Commissioner Altlee Rodney says there has been a decline in criminal incidents across the country despite the challenges posed by the carnival season.
The Commissioner stated that the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) had observed a noticeable decrease in criminal matters, signaling a potential step forward in public safety.
He added that the numbers have remained relatively low even after a bustling carnival period.
“The numbers are going down at that stage. It is always difficult for us during the carnival with the numbers going up, and I am glad to see that this year it’s not as bad as other years. There are some signs of improvement.”
He added that while the decline in criminal activity is encouraging, the public needs to remain vigilant and cautious. He also emphasized the importance of taking advantage of crime prevention tips provided by law enforcement.
“Take those crime tips we provide, and I want to ask my officers not to be complacent. Let us continue to be proactive because I think that has assisted us greatly,” he said.
Despite the positive news, the issue of illegal firearms remains a significant concern for law enforcement. Rodney highlighted that the global problem of illicit firearms isn’t isolated from this jurisdiction.
“We are not exempted from it,” Rodney acknowledged, acknowledging the allure of illicit firearms and their challenges.
He revealed that about 30 firearms had been confiscated thus far this year and said that some of these seizures were made possible through the cooperation of residents.
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