Public Petition Demands Urgent Action from Prime Minister Following Chantel Crump’s Murder

Public Petition Demands Urgent Action from Prime Minister Following Chantel Crump’s Murder

St. John’s, Antigua – A powerful public petition calling for sweeping changes to law enforcement and child protection in Antigua and Barbuda has gained significant traction in the wake of the tragic kidnapping and murder of Chantel Crump. The petition, launched on March 20, 2025, by concerned citizen Bonita Williams, has already garnered more than 2,300 signatures, with a target of reaching 2,500.

The petition expresses mounting public concern over rising crime and the safety of children, with Crump’s case exposing what many believe to be serious failings within the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda. It also suggests a disturbing pattern of violence and unresolved criminal cases in the country, including disappearances and murders that remain unsolved.

“The public have lost faith in the police force,” the petition reads, citing a long-standing erosion of trust exacerbated by an increase in unsolved crimes. While Prime Minister Gaston Browne has previously acknowledged the need for reform and additional resources, the petition asserts that urgent intervention is required now to prevent further tragedy.

The demands laid out in the petition are direct and extensive:

1. International Assistance – Petitioners are calling on the Prime Minister to formally request the assistance of external agencies such as The Metropolitan Police (formerly Scotland Yard) or the FBI to investigate Crump’s murder, as well as other unresolved cases. They specifically name Angela Mejia and Simbad Gellizeau as individuals who should be interviewed by skilled interrogators, and suggest possible links to other cases, including the murder of Jenifer Bridge and the disappearance of Orden David.
2. Proof of Action – The petition calls on the Attorney General to publicly provide evidence of all communication with external agencies, to ensure transparency and accountability.
3. Monthly Public Engagement – The petition demands that the Prime Minister, Attorney General, and Commissioner of Police hold monthly press conferences to keep the public informed on crime-solving efforts, while also providing timely police updates on pressing matters.
4. Child Safety Patrols – In response to concerns about children’s safety, petitioners want law enforcement and the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force to patrol streets surrounding schools and bus routes at the end of each school day.
5. ‘Chantel’s Law’ – Advocates are calling for a new law to be enacted in Crump’s name, mandating an immediate and coordinated police response to reports of missing children. This includes roadblocks, foot and car searches, emergency alerts to mobile phones, and public bulletins—all within minutes of a child’s disappearance, not 24 hours later.
6. Police Reform and Community Engagement – The petition closes with a call for an internal review of the police force, urging leadership to address the divide between law enforcement and the public. It notes that citizens have attempted to share information but have been ignored or dismissed, preventing meaningful progress in solving serious crimes.

With 1,965 people signing on the same day the petition was launched, the response reflects the widespread concern and urgency felt throughout the nation.

Organizers hope this petition will compel immediate action from the government and spark reforms that could prevent future tragedies, restore public trust, and bring long-overdue justice to grieving families.

Sign Here: https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-chantel-crump?recruiter=1043553801&recruited_by_id=debb9950-524c-11ea-b5b0-7df1501f0ddb&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=share_petition&utm_medium=whatsapp&utm_content=washarecopy_490483491_en-GB%3A7

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