Parham Resident Alvin O’Brien Charged After Alleged Larceny at Ffryes Beach

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Alvin O’Brien of Parham

A 25-year-old man from Parham has been arrested and formally charged following an alleged larceny incident at Ffryes Beach, according to police reports.

The accused, Alvin O’Brien, is alleged to have unlawfully entered a parked vehicle while it was left unattended at the popular west-coast beach.

Police say the vehicle’s owner had parked and gone to the beach, leaving her handbag on the front passenger seat.

Investigators report that the suspect was later observed at the driver’s side door, with part of his body inside the vehicle. After an alarm was raised, the suspect reportedly fled the scene in a silver motor car.

Officers assigned to the Bolans Police Station responded promptly and intercepted the vehicle shortly thereafter. O’Brien was arrested and taken into custody.

Police say he has since been charged with larceny and is expected to appear in court next week to answer the allegations.

The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has again urged members of the public to exercise caution when parking at beaches and other public spaces.

Residents and visitors are strongly advised not to leave handbags, electronic devices, or other valuables inside vehicles, even for short periods.

Police administration officials say public vigilance remains critical in reducing theft and other criminal activity, and they continue to encourage cooperation between communities and law enforcement as investigations and crime-prevention efforts continue across the island.

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Comments (13)

  • Juju Bee January 10, 2026, 3:33 PM

    You leave Parham and go quite Ffyres to thief people thing
    Reply
    • Patriot#1 January 10, 2026, 4:49 PM

      Just watch his face. I would runfle him up
      Reply
    • Ceta January 11, 2026, 6:35 AM

      So you know how many visitors down that way has their bags snatched? Smh. These people continue to give the island tourism.sextor a bad name
      Reply
  • Beach ⛱️ issues January 10, 2026, 4:21 PM

    Why why lady you think is not a invitation for thieves when you leave it on the seat, they should charge you to waste resources of the government for bad judgment girllllll bye. He went that far from home because he he thought no one knows him judge make a example out of him for the youngsters wife that bleaching cream clean off his thieving face
    Reply
  • Beach ⛱️ January 10, 2026, 4:24 PM

    Why why lady you think is not a invitation for thieves when you leave it on the seat, they should charge you to waste resources of the government for bad judgment girllllll bye. He went that far from home because he he thought no one knows him judge make a example out of him for the youngsters wipe that bleaching cream clean off his thieving fac
    Reply
  • Ben simmons January 11, 2026, 12:19 PM

    People need to stop blaming police when basic precautions aren’t taken
    Reply
    • Concerned Antiguan January 11, 2026, 8:48 PM

      Silver car again? Seems like the same tricks being used over and over.
      Reply
  • Lena January 11, 2026, 12:32 PM

    Ffryes Beach used to be peaceful. Sad to see this happening at one of our nicest spots
    Reply
  • Shana January 11, 2026, 2:34 PM

    Silver car again? Seems like the same tricks being used over and over.
    Reply
  • Tromos January 11, 2026, 5:28 PM

    Lock your car and take your valuables with you simple.
    Reply
    • Junior January 11, 2026, 5:45 PM

      Hope they find him and pour sand in his eyes. Is beach he love so
      Reply
  • Tiffany January 12, 2026, 9:24 AM

    Beach crime is getting out of hand. Cameras and warning signs need to be installed.
    Reply
  • Jasmine January 12, 2026, 9:26 AM

    Public awareness campaigns need to be ongoing, especially at popular beaches.
    Reply

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