High-Powered Rifle Seized During Sting Operation Sunday

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Guns Seized and Two Held After Late-Night Police Operation
Police have seized a high powered rifle during a sting operation

A high-powered rifle, along with a cache of matching rounds of ammunition, was seized during a police operation on Sunday, marking a significant step in the ongoing battle against illegal firearms in the community. This is according to State Media ABS.

The details surrounding the operation remain limited at this time, but law enforcement officials have confirmed that several individuals are in custody in connection with the incident.

This successful seizure is part of a broader initiative by the Police Force to enhance public safety and address the alarming presence of illegal weapons on the streets.

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Authorities have expressed their commitment to continuing these efforts, stating that removing such dangerous firearms from circulation is critical to maintaining peace and security in the area.

Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police.

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Comments (10)

  • Beverly June 1, 2025, 5:59 PM

    Jesus help antigua and barbuda and rid them streets out of guns and ammunition
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  • Terry June 1, 2025, 6:05 PM

    Some way n some how we will rid our streets of these illegal n dangerous weapons.
    Reply
    • Unruly One June 2, 2025, 8:01 AM

      That nah go happen. Because for every ine you find. About 4 mode come in!
      Reply
  • Antigua Surf June 1, 2025, 6:06 PM

    Round of applause for the hardworking officers. We need to end this gun violence! Hard work n determination in getting these offf the streets
    Reply
  • Stone June 1, 2025, 6:11 PM

    congrats officers like somebody planing a war
    Reply
  • Teacher for Life June 1, 2025, 6:51 PM

    Where are these guns coming from? Antigua does not manufacture them so how are they so prolific?
    Reply
  • Donna June 1, 2025, 8:37 PM

    All these illegal guns fighting over drugs. Young people there is more life than drugs and guns. More people into drugs, the guns increased. Lord Jesus, please help my beautiful paradise island.
    Reply
  • Apex Jones June 2, 2025, 9:57 AM

    Imagine that. A high powered rifle. Who do you even need this here? Gang war? What? Smfh
    Reply
  • Shiloah June 2, 2025, 2:29 PM

    The question is, why again are the holders of these high-profile rifles? That’s the question. You cannot even imagine having one of these in ANU. There are more.
    Reply
  • Ben Simmons June 3, 2025, 1:15 PM

    This is more serious than we believe. It means that people are in possession of very dangerous weapons in Antigua and Barbuda. Let us rejoyce that we have found the culprit. He should be waterboarded to say where he got it and who else may have similar weapons.
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