Police Probe Hacking, Break-Ins, and Fraud Cases Across St. John’s

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Police Probe Hacking, Break-Ins, and Fraud Cases Across St. John’s

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.

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Comments (9)

  • Tromos November 13, 2025, 9:25 AM

    Crime seems to be getting more sophisticated hope the police have the tools to keep up.
    Reply
  • Red Girl November 13, 2025, 10:27 AM

    People need to be very mindful of especially yet crime. It is so easy to take people’s money online these days
    Reply
  • Concerned Antiguan November 13, 2025, 3:59 PM

    Losing over $19,000 from a hacked account is devastating. The banks need to take this seriously.
    Reply
  • Apex Jones November 13, 2025, 6:23 PM

    Hmmmm we in the credit card selling business now? Christmas coming people desperate
    Reply
  • Ruthina November 13, 2025, 7:58 PM

    Police have alot of work to do.
    Reply
  • Flik November 13, 2025, 8:07 PM

    These criminals are getting bold. Breaking into homes, restaurants, and now hacking accounts? Ridiculous.
    Reply
  • Informed citizen November 13, 2025, 9:08 PM

    The rise in both cyber and physical crimes is worrying. People really need to take data security and home security more seriously now.
    Reply
  • Lena November 14, 2025, 12:10 PM

    Investigations “continuing” is not enough. People want results arrests, charges, convictions.
    Reply
  • Ali November 17, 2025, 12:38 PM

    Antigua is too small for this level of criminal activity. Where are the deterrents?
    Reply

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