Authorities in St. John’s have launched an investigation following the theft of a mobile phone belonging to a nine-year-old girl on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred around 1 p.m. when the child lent her Samsung A51 smartphone to a cousin to make a call. However, the device was never returned. The matter was promptly reported to the Criminal Investigations Department, where officers initiated a search for the suspect. Despite their efforts, the alleged offender remains at large. The stolen phone, valued at approximately EC$1,200, is still missing as the investigation continues. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in resolving the case.