The Police Marine Unit (PMU) of Saint Lucia has made significant progress in combating maritime theft, recovering multiple stolen vessel components and investigating a series of maritime incidents across the island. These developments were outlined in a press release issued by the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) on October 20, 2025. Collaborating closely with the Marine Investigation and Intelligence Unit (MIIU), the PMU successfully retrieved parts belonging to a French-owned pirogue that had been reported stolen in Martinique. The operation was initiated after French authorities alerted local police on October 8, leading to a two-day search in Monkey Town, Ciceron. During the operation, officers executed several search warrants and discovered the stolen components in an abandoned house. Among the recovered items were two grey fenders, an orange bailer, a black boathook, two boat masts (one black and one grey), and a Yamaha throttle controller. Additionally, a black Mercury outboard engine was seized. In a subsequent incident on October 17, PMU officers responded to reports of a potentially stolen French vessel at Marigot Bay. They located a fiberglass pirogue lacking visible registration details, which was subsequently towed to the PMU base for further investigation. On October 19, another joint operation with the MIIU led to the interception of a vessel suspected of carrying illegal goods at the Castries Fisheries Complex. One individual was detained for questioning, and the case was referred to the Customs Department. The PMU has emphasized its commitment to enhancing maritime security through intensified patrols and has urged mariners to adhere to safety, security, and registration regulations. The public is encouraged to report suspicious maritime activities by contacting the PMU at 456-3870.
Police Marine Unit recovers stolen vessel parts, launching multiple investigations
