BASSETERRE — Major crime across the Federation has plummeted by 14 percent during the first four months of 2026, according to the latest statistics released by the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force.
Deputy Commissioner of Police Cromwell Henry revealed the findings during a national briefing, noting that the reduction covers the period ending April 18. The data highlights significant declines in several high-profile categories, including a 40 percent drop in robberies and a 50 percent decrease in illegal firearm possession. Despite these gains, officials flagged a concerning 100 percent spike in non-fatal shootings, though Henry clarified the figure represents a total of two incidents compared to one during the same period last year.
“Generally, we are not doing too bad,” Deputy Commissioner Henry said. “We continue to see reductions in most of the categories of crime. Most of the crime categories are down compared to last year, except non-fatal shootings.”
Cromwell provided a breakdown of the Federation’s security landscape:
Woundings: Down 19%
Break-ins: Down 20%
Drug Possession: Down 32%
Malicious Damage: Down 35%
Financial Crimes (Fraud): Down 30%
Crimes Against Tourists: Down 100%
While the overall numbers suggest a safer environment, the police force remains on high alert due to a recent wave of violence that has unsettled some communities. In response, Commissioner of Police James Sutton and the St. Kitts and Nevis Defense Force have launched a “sustained national response” following emergency talks with Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew.