PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten (KPSM) — On Sunday night, September 29, 2024, at approximately 11:30 PM, officers of the Sint Maarten Police Force responded to a report of a stabbing incident in the vicinity of Arch Road, Sucker garden. Upon receiving the report, Central Dispatch deployed several police patrols and ambulance personnel to the location.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim suffering from stab wounds to the lower part of his body. The victim’s wife, who was present at the scene, informed the officers that the assailant, an individual known to the couple, had inflicted the injuries following an altercation.
The ambulance personnel promptly provided first aid to the victim before transporting him to the Sint Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) for further medical treatment. At present, the victim remains in serious but stable condition.
Following a preliminary investigation, the suspect was later located and arrested on the Suoaliga Road. During the arrest, officers conducted a search of the suspect, resulting in the discovery and confiscation of several knives. The suspect was taken into custody and is being held pending further investigation.
Personnel of the Detective department are investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident. Authorities urge anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
