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Local Detectives Led the Afoo Murder Investigation --- RST did not work case --- Mos.

Philipsburg:--- SMN News reported that the investigation into the murder of Eric Yuan Sam owner of the Dutch Quarter Afoo Supermarket was bungled by the RST who investigated the case. Chief Prosecutor Hans Mos said on Monday that the Eric Sam murder investigation was not conducted by the RST. He stressed the case was investigated by the local detectives with the assistance of the Royal Marechaussee. Mos said in the past murder investigations were led by the local police until the TGO team was installed to work on the recent murder cases.
SMN News reported that the investigators bungled the investigation when they deported some Jamaicans who led them to the weapon that killed Eric Sam during a robbery on December 30th 2009. Mos said police found the weapon that was used in the killing but he said he is not able to divulge more information the case since it is still open and is being investigated. He said the persons who were deported gave police statements which helped the investigation and their statements can still be used as the investigation progresses.
Mos said the report creates the impression that the RST and the local detectives are at odds but that he said is not the case. According to well placed sources, SMN News learnt that the informants and possible eye witnesses into the brutal murder which was caught on camera was picked up and turned over to immigration prior to the case being solved.

Suspect Arrested in Connection with Stolen Vehicle; Second Suspect at Large.

 PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) has arrested one individual in connection with the theft of a vehicle follo...

Police Force of Sint Maarten Honors Officers for Decades of Dedicated Service.

Police Force of Sint Maarten Honors Officers for Decades of Dedicated Service.

PHILIPSBURG:---  The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) held a recognition ceremony on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the police stat...

Sint Maarten joins the European Union in recognizing Anti-Trafficking Day.

Sint Maarten joins the European Union in recognizing Anti-Trafficking Day.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Ministry of Justice, together with the National Reporting Center (NRC), joins the European Union and its Member State...

Police on Alert After Three Masked Men Spotted on Scooters in Philipsburg. (UPDATED)

PHILIPSBURG:---  Police are on high alert after three masked men were reportedly seen riding scooters along Front Street on Saturday...

MP York Calls for Finance Committee Meeting with the Minister of Finance and TELEM management board.

MP York Calls for Finance Committee Meeting with the Minister of Finance and TELEM management board.

PHILIPSBURG:--- Member of Parliament Darryl York has officially requested a Finance Committee meeting of Parliament with the Minister of ...

SMMC to host Little Bay Pond Clean-Up on November 2nd.

SMMC to host Little Bay Pond Clean-Up on November 2nd.

CAY HILL:---  As part of its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) is proud to annou...

Government Strengthens Cybersecurity with New Digital  Protection System.

Government Strengthens Cybersecurity with New Digital Protection System.

~New technology defends against cyber threats, safeguards public data, and ensures more secure and reliable IT services for all citizens....

Mental Health Crisis Deepens: Two Patients in Violent Altercation on Bush Road.

PHILIPSBURG: --- The growing mental health crisis on Sint Maarten was brought into sharp focus this morning when two mental health patien...

TELEM faces Parliamentary Scrutiny Over Finances, Leadership Delays, and Oversight.

TELEM faces Parliamentary Scrutiny Over Finances, Leadership Delays, and Oversight.

~Finance Minister grilled over liquidity crisis, consultant spending, and delays in appointing a new CEO~

PHILIPSBURG: --- TELEM Group, th...

MPs slam Government for Delays: “The People Should Not Suffer for Political Malpractice.

PHILIPSBURG:--- What began as a routine sitting of Parliament quickly escalated into a heated exchange over government responsiveness and...

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Local News

SXM Baseball Week: A Success for St. Maarten Youth.

-1 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM
SXM Baseball Week: A Success for St. Maarten Youth.

St. Maarten;--- The first-ever SXM Baseball Week knocked it right out of the park! From October 6th to 8th, the island came alive with many young athletes, coaches, and baseball enthusiasts coming together to celebrate the sport that uni...

Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor Honors Seven Pillars of the St. Maarten Community.

-1 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM
Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor Honors Seven Pillars of the St. Maarten Community.

PHILIPSBURG:---  On the occasion of the International Day of the Elderly, the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), led by the Honorable Minister Richinel Brug, proudly honored seven distinguished individuals...

Minister Brug and MP Lacroes Champion Animal Welfare with Government Support for Stray Animal Initiative.

-1 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM
Minister Brug and MP Lacroes Champion Animal Welfare with Government Support for Stray  Animal Initiative.

PHILIPBSBURG:--- In a move for animal welfare on the island, Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, Hon. Richinel Brug, and Member of Parliament Francisco A. Lacroes once again have reaffirmed their commitment to suppor...

The Letters

Integrity on Hold in Parliament.

6 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

Dear Editor,

Parliament’s decision to appoint MP Peterson as Chair of the Committee for Spatial Planning, Infrastructure, and Housing is nothing short of outrageous. This is not just the largest and most influential committee in Parliamen...

Is There Space for Untruths or Liars?

18 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

Dear Editor,

In the complex world of governance and corporate leadership, the principles of integrity, transparency, and truth are often presented as the bedrock of sound decision-making. Yet, an examination of official communications and...

Enough is Enough: St. Maarten Deserves Better Leadership.

18 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

Dear Editor,

Once again, Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has opened his mouth only to spew contempt for the very people he is supposed to serve. His latest diatribe, accusing St. Maarteners of having a "crab mentality," is not a call for...

French News

ADRESSAGE POSTAL Une réunion d’information pour les usagers, mardi 21 octobre

2 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM
ADRESSAGE POSTAL Une réunion d’information pour les usagers, mardi 21 octobre

La Collectivité de Saint-Martin organise une réunion publique en partenariat avec La Poste, sur l’adressage, mardi 21 octobre 2025 à 17 h 00, à l’hôtel de la Collectivité à Marigot.

La réunion est ouverte à tous et a pour but d’informer l...

ENVIRONNEMENT Un état des lieux pour préparer le transfert de la compétence vers la Collectivité

3 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM
ENVIRONNEMENT Un état des lieux pour préparer le transfert de la compétence vers la Collectivité

Jeudi 09 octobre dernier, le Président du Conseil Territorial, monsieur Louis Mussington, a reçu monsieur Julien Prieur, Docteur en droit de l’environnement, mandaté par la collectivité de Saint-Martin dresser un état des lieux sur ...

Permanences mensuelles gratuites du Conseil d’Architecture d’Urbanisme et de l’Environnement (CAUE).

3 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

La Collectivité de Saint-Martin a conventionné avec le Conseil d’Architecture d’Urbanisme et de l’Environnement (CAUE) de Guadeloupe, afin d’apporter une assistance technique à la population saint-martinoise, en matière d’urbanisme. Vous...

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