“Last night’s smash-and-grab in Maho was not only an attack on a business, it was an attack on
the rule of law and on the sense of safety our community deserves. To those responsible: you
will be found, you will be prosecuted, and you will face the consequences. These acts are not
signs of boldness. They are criminal, and they will be stopped.
Since early this morning, I have been in continuous contact with law enforcement leadership
reviewing the case details and the immediate operational steps already underway.
Investigations are progressing, evidence is being secured, and targeted actions are moving
forward. This situation is being addressed with the urgency it demands.
Tomorrow morning, I will hold an urgent meeting with the Chief of Police and the Chief
Prosecutor to further tighten our operational response and accelerate coordinated enforcement
across all units. This is not a routine meeting. It is a direct, immediate intervention to ensure all
agencies are aligned and act swiftly.
Crime cannot be confronted by one ministry alone. This moment requires a whole-of-
government and whole-of-community response, and I will continue strengthening that
cooperation. We are not offering excuses, we are taking action.
To our residents, business community, and visitors: your safety remains my highest priority. We
will restore calm. We will protect this island. Criminals will not dictate how we live or how we
feel. Justice will.”
Press Release Nathalie Tackling Minister of Justice