Police seize firearm and ammunition during search in Christ Church

In a significant breakthrough in the fight against illegal firearms, the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) has successfully apprehended Joel Browne of Christ Church. The arrest followed a meticulously coordinated joint operation on September 25, 2025, involving the Special Services Unit (SSU) and the Joint Security Operations Tactical Team (JSOTT). During the search of Browne’s premises, authorities uncovered a cache of illicit items, including controlled drugs, firearms, and ammunition. Among the seized items were a Beretta firearm, 19 rounds of 9mm ammunition, two 12-gauge cartridges, one spent 9mm shell, and a bulletproof vest. Browne was formally charged the following day with three counts of possession of ammunition and one count of possession of a firearm. This operation underscores the RSCNPF’s unwavering commitment to reducing gun-related crimes and enhancing public safety in the region.