The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force has released a Statement asking the public to refrain from purchasing construction/building materials from illegitimate sources. This comes following a number of reports pertaining to thefts at construction sites throughout the federation.

Addressing the issue was Head of the Crime Directorate within the Force, Superintendent James Francis. He was quoted as saying: “There has been a new crime trend where offenders are breaking into storage containers and also makeshift sheds on construction sites and stealing building materials and household items worth thousands of dollars.”

The Superintendent advised the public not to buy any building materials or household items from any individuals who do not possess the relevant business license to sell such items, as being found with stolen goods in one’s possession, even if they were paid for, is a criminal offence.

Persons with information of anyone selling building materials suspected to be stolen or leading to the recovery of stolen items are asked to call the Criminal Investigations Department at 465-2241 or 662 7062