Antigua.news Antigua and Barbuda Cabinet Commends Police Force for Successful Sting Operation in Sutherlands
Antigua.news Antigua and Barbuda Cabinet Commends Police Force for Successful Sting Operation in Sutherlands

Cabinet Commends Police Force for Successful Sting Operation in Sutherlands

1 August 2025 - 10:11

Cabinet Commends Police Force for Successful Sting Operation in Sutherlands

1 August 2025 - 10:11

Cabinet Commends Police Force for Successful Sting Operation in Sutherlands

The Cabinet has expressed its strong approval of the recent sting operation conducted by the Royal Police Force in the Sutherlands community, which led to a significant breakthrough in the fight against illegal firearms activity.

Authorities successfully confiscated over 130 rounds of ammunition, including 9mm and .38 caliber rounds, greatly contributing to the safety and security of the region.

In addition to the substantial amount of ammunition, police officers also seized a range of magazines and accessories, which included:

– 1 9mm Magazine
– 1 Smith & Wesson .40 Caliber Magazine
– 1 Sig Sauer 9mm Magazine
– 1 Smith & Wesson .40 Caliber Speed Loader
– 1 AK 45mm Magazine

The Cabinet hailed this operation as a critical measure in disrupting the illegal arms trade, underscoring the importance of such proactive approaches in maintaining law and order. Officials reaffirmed their commitment to equipping the Royal Police Force with the necessary resources, training, and manpower to effectively combat crime.

“This operation is a significant step forward in ensuring the safety of our communities,” stated a Cabinet representative. “We stand firmly behind the Royal Police Force as they work tirelessly to protect our citizens and uphold the rule of law.”

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8 Comments

  1. A successful sting operation.

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  2. what the hell they were planning to do with all those weapons and ammunition?

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  3. This operation is a prime example of effective policing and collaboration with the community. Seizing over 130 rounds of ammunition is no small feat; it shows that we’re making real progress in tackling illegal firearms. Every bullet taken off the streets is one step closer to ensuring our neighborhoods are safer. We’ll continue to work hard to keep the pressure on those involved in illegal activities. It’s all about protecting and serving our community.

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  4. It’s about time something like this happened! The sting operation shows that the police are taking the issue of illegal firearms seriously. Over 130 rounds confiscated is a significant step forward in keeping our community safer. We need more actions like this to protect our neighborhoods from gun violence. Job well done by the Royal Police Force!

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  5. WTHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOver 130 rounds of ammunition? How is that even possible? It’s outrageous that we have to rely on sting operations to catch these criminals! The safety of our neighborhoods is at stake, and it feels like there’s not enough being done to prevent this from happening in the first place. This cannot continue! We need stronger action and stricter measures to protect our communities!

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  6. Police have been working hard as of lately and this is a major operation! This amount of ammunition seized? Who knows the danger that was awaiting

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  7. Wow! My question to how they are getting these guns still stand!

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  8. Where are the guns, they’re still out there 🤔

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