Investigators are probing a string of incidents reported across the city this week — including cyber theft, house and business break-ins, and credit card fraud.
In one case, a local professional reported that over $19,000 EC was stolen from her bank account after it was allegedly hacked.
Separately, two homes and a restaurant were broken into — with cash and other items taken — while in another case, a business owner reported the theft of four vehicle rims from his premises.
Police also received a report from the U.S. Consular Office regarding an American citizen who allegedly purchased a travel ticket with a fraudulent credit card.
Investigations into all incidents are continuing.
Crime seems to be getting more sophisticated hope the police have the tools to keep up.
People need to be very mindful of especially yet crime. It is so easy to take people’s money online these days
Losing over $19,000 from a hacked account is devastating. The banks need to take this seriously.
Hmmmm we in the credit card selling business now? Christmas coming people desperate
Police have alot of work to do.
These criminals are getting bold. Breaking into homes, restaurants, and now hacking accounts? Ridiculous.
The rise in both cyber and physical crimes is worrying. People really need to take data security and home security more seriously now.
Investigations “continuing” is not enough. People want results arrests, charges, convictions.
Antigua is too small for this level of criminal activity. Where are the deterrents?