Armed men rob Royal Gems jewellery store at Port Zante
Two men with a hammer, a knife and a firearm smashed display counters before escaping on a red and black scooter. No one was hurt.
BASSETERRE, St Kitts. Police are investigating an armed robbery at the Royal Gems jewellery store at Port Zante in Basseterre.
According to the Royal St Christopher and Nevis Police Force, two adult men entered the store between 4.30pm and 5pm on Saturday, 17 October, armed with a hammer, a knife and a firearm.
The men used the hammer to smash three glass display counters and took an undetermined amount of jewellery before fleeing on a red and black motor scooter. No injuries were reported.
Police said both men had their faces covered by motorcycle helmets and were wearing long clothing and reflective vests.
The Crime Scene Unit processed the scene and collected items of evidential value. Investigations are continuing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Basseterre Police Station on 465-2241 or the nearest police station. Information will be treated in the strictest confidence.
