New Winthorpes Man Arrested For Modified Flare Gun And Ammunition

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Modified Flare Guns

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St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda — Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Austin Robin of New Winthorpes is in police custody following his arrest for possession of an illegal firearm and one round of ammunition.

Around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, police officers were conducting routine patrols in the vicinity of the West Bus Station near the Fisheries Complex when they observed certain suspicious activity.

The suspect was seen carrying bag with a modified flare gunCase Committed for Man Who Allegedly Shot Another With Flare Gun and one (1) 9mm round of ammunition. He was arrested and taken into custody on suspicion of Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition. Investigations into the matter are ongoing.

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The police remain committed to their efforts to rid the streets of illegal weapons and are urging members of the public to continue cooperating with law enforcement to keep communities safe.

Anyone with information related to this incident or any other illegal activity is encouraged to contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 or call Crimestoppers at 800-TIPS (8477).

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Comments (5)

  • Stone May 21, 2025, 12:45 PM

    Flare guns are becoming popular now. Guess they are easier to come by
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  • Juju Bee May 21, 2025, 5:47 PM

    I wonder what his excuse was cause the amnesty over. Why would he modify a flare gun if not for some malicious reason
    Reply
  • Food4thought May 21, 2025, 11:19 PM

    Oh boi. Them ghetto rats just sickening. Yall feel gun good okay
    Reply
  • Rhea May 21, 2025, 11:19 PM

    Modified Flare Gun. What was his intention?
    Reply
  • Unruly One May 22, 2025, 7:43 AM

    Comment *lock up them lickle rass, them ah overdo now. Like come on. Just stay away from illegal activity.
    Reply

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