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In 2023, out of the 850 individuals who faced arrest and charges, 470 were repeat offenders, as reported by Superintendent Lisborn Michael, Deputy Head of the Criminal Investigations Department.
He disclosed these figures during a crime forum, drawing attention to a concerning trend that has caught the attention of both government officials and law enforcement.
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In response, the government is set to propose legal changes in Parliament on Thursday, aimed at tightening bail conditions for those accused of certain violent crimes. This move is part of a larger effort to address the recent rise in crime and violence.
During the forum, Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney highlighted that intensified law enforcement measures are beginning to yield positive results, noting a noticeable drop in crime reports in the latter part of August.
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“We are seeing improvement, and that’s largely due to the arrests of several individuals involved in criminal activities. Some have already been brought to court, and more charges are expected soon,” Rodney said, cautioning against complacency despite the progress.
“The heightened patrols will continue, along with the deployment of intelligence officers providing crucial information to our operations department. There will be visible efforts, as well as those that are less apparent,” he added.
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Brigadier Telbert Benjamin, Chief of Staff of the Antigua and Barbuda Defense Force, also pledged ongoing support from the ABDF. “We partner with the police to ensure they can effectively remove those who need to be taken off the streets. This effort has been ongoing since January 1st and will continue until January 1st next year,” he stated.
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