Police Investigate Brutal Beach Attack on American Businesswoman

Police are investigating a vicious and disturbing attack on an American businesswoman, who was brutally assaulted while offering horseback riding services along Runaway Beach in Antigua.

Multiple sources have confirmed to Antigua.news that the woman was attacked by a man who reportedly emerged from nearby bushes, pulled her from her horse, and repeatedly beat her, leaving her severely injured. The incident is believed to have occurred in the vicinity of the former Rush nightclub, a popular coastal area.

According to accounts circulating among residents and individuals familiar with the matter, the woman was discovered badly beaten, with only her horse nearby. She was rushed to Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, where she was reportedly admitted as a Jane Doe due to the severity of her injuries and the extent of facial trauma she had sustained.

“She was nearly dead when she was found,” one widely shared message stated. “Her face was completely unrecognizable. She was on a ventilator and in critical condition.”

Sources further indicate that she recently started her own horseback-riding business after separating from a former partner.

Due to the seriousness of her condition, she was later airlifted out of Antigua by air ambulance to the United States for advanced medical treatment. As of the most recent updates shared by those close to her, she remains in critical condition.

Another message circulating among acquaintances described the shock of seeing the woman after the attack, stating that her facial injuries were extensive and deeply distressing. She was reportedly flown back to the United States on Friday afternoon for continued care.

The brutal nature of the attack has sparked widespread concern, particularly given its alleged location in a well-known tourist area. Despite the seriousness of the incident, there has been no official public statement issued by the Police, the Ministry of Tourism, or other authorities as of December 22, 2025.

At this time, police have only confirmed that investigations are ongoing.

Antigua.news will continue to follow this developing story and provide updates as soon as official information becomes available.