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Ministry of Health Condemns Break-In at Tranquility Park Cemetery

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Ministry of Health say Tranquility Park cemetery was broken into, with several objects stolen.
Tranquility Park Cemetery (photo by Everton Barnes)

According to the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service affairs, the newly established Tranquility Park Cemetery was broken into recently. The Ministry has condemned this act, calling it a violation of “the sanctity of this space”.

According to reports, several items were stolen, including an AC unit and a water cooler. There was also extensive damage reported, with the telecommunication infrastructure and electrical wiring ransacked.

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The Ministry of Health posted about the incident on their social media post, saying they were “deeply troubled” as the cemetery was “established to serve the people of Antigua and Barbuda with dignity, respect, and care”. Despite this mishap, they have committed to protecting the cemetery and “maintaining its integrity for all families and future generations.”

Reportedly, an active police investigation is underway, with the Ministry of Health urging the public to cooperate with law enforcement in bringing about due justice.

Orville Charles

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Orville Charles grew up in Potters Village, Antigua. After graduating from the University of Baltimore with a degree in Digital Communication, he spent years in the Social Work field, serving vulnerable populations and doing community outreach. He is an avid student of History, with many years of freelance experience in Multimedia.

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Comments (10)

  • Wyonna August 14, 2025, 11:52 AM

    You know your country is on the wrong path when citizens break and open cemeteries

  • Informed citizen August 11, 2025, 9:18 PM

    This is absolutely heartbreaking and disgusting. To break into a cemetery, a place of peace and final rest, shows a complete lack of respect for the dead and their families. It’s not just about the stolen items; it’s about the violation of a sacred space. I’m hopeful that the police investigation is swift and that the culprits are brought to justice for this truly low act.

  • Donna August 11, 2025, 3:37 PM

    What these hooligans didn’t afraid that the dead arise and run them out of there for transpassing. So heartless!

  • Tianna August 11, 2025, 1:53 PM

    No but seriously speaking this behavior is typical of just a malicious person knowing nothing can be found od great value there

  • Denise August 11, 2025, 9:51 AM

    Pure madness

  • Teacher for Life August 11, 2025, 9:12 AM

    I can’t stand a da.n thief and I hope the police arrests the disrespectful turd!

  • Lolita August 11, 2025, 9:07 AM

    They wanted to secure their coffin way in advance.

  • Juju Bee August 11, 2025, 7:35 AM

    Why the Funk would someone break into a damn cemetery. Have you all no damn shame..
    God will deal with all u accordingly

  • Yolanda August 11, 2025, 7:10 AM

    Let’s install cameras. Something has to be done! This is stupidness now to highest levels

  • Rhea August 11, 2025, 7:02 AM

    A cemetery? These hoodlums have no limits!

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