In a significant law enforcement operation, the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has formally charged four young men with possession of an illegally modified flare gun. The arrests occurred following a targeted mobile patrol conducted on the afternoon of December 27, 2025.
The individuals facing charges have been identified as Niah Joseph, 19, of No. 2 George Street; Jeremy Floyd, 19, and Devontia Summer, 21, both residing at No. 3 George Street; and Duran Benjamin, 21, from Green Bay Hill.
According to official reports from the Office of Strategic Communications, police units were conducting high-visibility patrols across multiple jurisdictions including Grays Farm, Green Bay, Hatton, Five Islands, Hawksbill Beach, Yeptons, and Deep Bay. At approximately 3:10 p.m., officers intercepted a silver Honda Fit vehicle occupied by the four suspects.
During a systematic search of the vehicle, law enforcement personnel discovered a modified flare gun concealed beneath one of the seats. The discovery led to the immediate arrest of all occupants and subsequent charges under the country’s firearms legislation.
The accused are scheduled to appear in court to formally answer the charges. This operation forms part of the Royal Police Force’s broader strategy to maintain public safety and combat criminal activities through visible policing presence and proactive intervention measures across the island nation.