Brazen Heist at Health Ministry: 30 Donated Laptops Vanish
A brazen break-in at the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs has resulted in the theft of 30 government-issued laptops, dealing a blow to ongoing efforts to modernize healthcare services in Antigua and Barbuda.
The incident occurred at the Ministry’s headquarters between Monday, April 13 and Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The stolen devices Dell Pro 16 PC16250 notebook computers were donated by the Pan American Health Organization to support improvements in patient record systems across community clinics.
Health officials say the loss is significant, warning that it could delay key upgrades intended to improve service delivery, particularly for vulnerable populations including children, the elderly, and individuals living with chronic illnesses.
In a statement, the Ministry expressed “deep outrage and profound disappointment” over the theft, noting that the equipment was critical to strengthening frontline healthcare services. The matter has since been reported to the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda, which has launched a full investigation.
Authorities are appealing to members of the public to come forward with any information that may assist in recovering the stolen items. They are also warning against the purchase or possession of the laptops, stressing that the devices remain the property of the Government of Antigua and Barbuda and are not authorized for sale. Individuals found in possession of the stolen equipment could face legal consequences.
The Ministry has indicated that it is reviewing its security protocols in light of the incident, while reaffirming its commitment to advancing healthcare delivery despite the setback.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police.
They truly getting out of hand with this shii right now! At the ministry? The governments possession? Nothing and no where is safe in this country?
So where the watchman. So no security then
Government need to stop play… people watching too much crime go unsolved
Inside job. I saying it plain. You don’t just walk in and find 30 laptops so easy.
Don’t they have security cameras? Check Kings camera as well
This is extremely disturbing. These laptops were meant to improve healthcare services for the public, especially vulnerable people, and now they are stolen? Whoever did this clearly did not think about the impact on children, elderly patients, and people depending on clinics across the country.
This is not a small theft. This is government property donated to strengthen healthcare services. Someone needs to be held accountable because incidents like this affect the entire country.
Check Facebook Marketplace quick quick… you go see ‘slightly used Dell laptop, no charger’ 🤦🏽♂️
Healthcare already struggling and now this? Wickedness at a different leve
30 laptops just walk out so? Not even a mouse leaves behind. Antigua sweet bad yes 😒