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Mystery Surrounds Disappearance of Antiguan Siblings in Sint Maarten

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Brabely Anthonio Esteves-Vasquez and Francisco Antonio Esteves-Vasquez

Authorities in Sint Maarten are appealing to the public for assistance in locating two brothers from Antigua and Barbuda who have gone missing under unclear circumstances.

The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) confirmed that Brabely Anthonio Esteves-Vasquez and Francisco Antonio Esteves-Vasquez, both nationals of Antigua and Barbuda, recently arrived on the island but have since disappeared. 

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According to police, the brothers arrived safely in Sint Maarten several days ago,  However, based on information received from family members, it is believed that they have since left the island under circumstances that remain unclear. The brothers have not contacted their family since their departure, raising concern for their well-being. 

Family members in Antigua have expressed deep concern, having lost all communication with the brothers shortly after their arrival in Sint Maarten.

Authorities are urging anyone who may have seen or spoken with the Esteves-Vasquez brothers or who may have information regarding their movements or current location to come forward.

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Comments (15)

  • Grandiose June 13, 2025, 8:44 AM

    Hmmmm…Even if they went on a boat to the US, which is usually the case, why not communicate with your parents? That’s strange and suspicious indeed
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  • Sheesh June 13, 2025, 8:48 AM

    I hope they show up. These days people dissappear and never to be seen again. How Antigua and Barbuda linked to this disappearing all of a sudden? What blight is over this neighboring island?
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  • Ben Simmons June 13, 2025, 8:49 AM

    These brothers went on a mission. It seems the mission wasn’t good. Else they would not be reported missing. May their parents find comfort. Usually these stories never end well
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    • Informed citizen June 13, 2025, 10:35 AM

      This is incredibly worrying. My heart goes out to the Esteves-Vasquez family in Antigua. I truly hope the Sint Maarten police get the information they need quickly and that Brabely and Francisco are found safe and sound.
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    • Hennessy June 13, 2025, 10:56 AM

      So why are u saying 2 brothers from Antigua…them na from ya them come from Santo Domingo come a Antigua and do they badness….along time them a bad…and them mumma feel she bad to….when are u fine them carry them back a Santo Domingo to BURIED no space ya
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    • Judy June 13, 2025, 2:52 PM

      Them will be buried right here in Antigua once found dead. Burial space always available for non-Nationals. They have more rights in Antigua than the native born. For example, you born here, your parents and grandparents born here too, you attends church every Sunday, when you dead, the church says that there is no space in the churchyard to buried you. You ends up in some community graveyard on the other side of the island.
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  • Antigua Surf June 13, 2025, 8:51 AM

    Aren’t these boys from the grays farm area? I may recognize the face! And the Antiguan Police seem to not care about their own kind? Media houses have to be releasing the news to us? Let’s hear what authorities here and the government has to say
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  • Rhea June 13, 2025, 8:52 AM

    They just wanted a break from life man! Maybe they are well but just breezing off! We all talking about disappearing one day
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    • MaryMary June 14, 2025, 11:39 AM

      Wow. These comments. So.youre saying they are from Santo Domingo with Antguan citizenship? And they were rebels? So good riddance then?
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  • Anonymous June 13, 2025, 9:04 AM

    They probably went there running there BIG ANTIGUAN MOUTH and got dealt with….
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    • Stone June 13, 2025, 10:02 AM

      hopefully they just don’t want to be found ..anything else is going to be sad
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  • Donna June 13, 2025, 9:51 AM

    I hope they will be found and there gets peace and assurance. It’s not easy not hearing from your child/children.
    Children need to have a good relationship with their parents, especially!
    Are they born Antiguans? The last name is Spanish.
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  • Wapap June 13, 2025, 3:12 PM

    So where did those Spanish fellas go? Dont sound good.
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  • Fan June 13, 2025, 6:21 PM

    I am happy that they are safe… They are my friends and they are great brothers 😀
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  • Juju Bee June 15, 2025, 12:57 PM

    Thank God they were found alive
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