UPDATE: Missing Teen Returned Home
STRATCOM MEDIA RELEASE
St. John’s Antigua – The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda is pleased to inform the public that 14-year-old Jaen Anthony of Bendals has returned home and is in the care of Father.
Both the child and father has been interviewed, and Investigations are ongoing.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the public for their overwhelming support, vigilance, and information shared during the search. Your cooperation played a key role in this successful outcome.
The Royal Police Force remains dedicated to safeguarding our most vulnerable and upholding the safety and security of every citizen.
Thank you once again for your continued support and trust.
This story was first published by Antigua News on April 25, 2025: antigua.news/2025/04/25/update-missing-teen-returned-home. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (15)
Anonymous April 25, 2025, 9:20 PM
Genna April 26, 2025, 12:14 PM
Only me April 25, 2025, 9:23 PM
Linda April 25, 2025, 9:34 PM
Niques April 25, 2025, 9:53 PM
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Smh April 26, 2025, 1:15 PM
Unruly One April 26, 2025, 9:14 PM
Devorn Carter April 25, 2025, 11:25 PM
Nat April 26, 2025, 5:22 AM
But the double standard is amazing.
When a girl is missing she with she man, a boy goes miss he is being abused.
We need to stop. Mental and physical abuse is real for everyone. Let’s stop judging and just pray wholeheartedly for the children.
Anonymous April 26, 2025, 2:07 PM
Single parent. April 26, 2025, 6:56 AM