Police Warn Against Harbouring Wanted Man as Search for Janiah Antione Continues

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Janiah Antion of Golden Grove

Police have issued a warning to anyone who may be helping wanted Golden Grove man Janiah Antione evade authorities, as efforts continue to locate him.

In a renewed appeal on Thursday, the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda urged relatives, friends and associates who may be in contact with Antione to encourage him to surrender peacefully.

Authorities warned that harbouring, concealing or otherwise assisting a wanted person to avoid lawful arrest could amount to a serious criminal offence.

Antione remains wanted by police and is believed to be armed. Members of the public have been strongly advised not to approach, confront or attempt to apprehend him if he is spotted.

Instead, anyone who sees Antione or has information that could help investigators locate him should immediately contact the police.

The renewed appeal comes as police continue efforts to have Antione turn himself in without further delay.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts can contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 or 462-3914, Crimestoppers at 800-TIPS (8477), or the nearest police station.

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Comments (5)

  • Informed citizen September 17, 2026, 12:51 PM

    if police saying he’s armed, why would anybody want to hide him? If you know where he is, report it and let the police handle the situation.
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  • Civic Minded September 17, 2026, 12:52 PM

    If family or friends really know where he hiding, tell the young man to turn himself in. Running around like this only making things worse for everybody.
    Reply
  • Juju Bee September 17, 2026, 7:41 PM

    They dont have to tell me twice. By now im sure his family has already shipped him off island
    Reply
  • Juju Bee September 17, 2026, 7:42 PM

    They dont have to tell me twice. By now im sure his family has already shipped him off island
    Reply
  • Apex Jones September 17, 2026, 7:44 PM

    Im sure he done ship out
    Reply

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