Bonaire Business Federation Renews Urgent Call for More Police Capacity

Curaçao police are offering a reward of 4,000 florin for information leading to the identification of thieves or the recovery of goats that have been stolen recently. The thefts occurred in both Bándariba (the eastern side of the island) and Bándabou (the western side), suggesting a pattern of livestock theft across multiple areas. Authorities are appealing to the public to come forward with any tips that could help crack the case. Goat farming is a traditional and economically significant activity in Curaçao, making livestock theft a serious concern for local farmers. The reward reflects the urgency police are placing on resolving these incidents and deterring further thefts.

Two individuals have been arrested in connection with a cocaine seizure made off the coast of Curaçao. The Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard intercepted a fishing vessel on September 18, 2025, discovering approximately 200 kilograms of cocaine on board. The bust highlights the ongoing challenge of drug trafficking through the Caribbean, where Curaçao's location makes it a transit point for narcotics moving toward Europe and North America. The Coast Guard's interception prevented a significant quantity of cocaine from reaching its intended destination. Authorities have not yet released the identities of the two detainees, and the investigation is ongoing.

A Curaçao court has sentenced Devid P., 36, to 18 months in prison — with 6 of those months suspended — for illegal possession of a firearm and marijuana. The case involves the defendant retaining a weapon that originally belonged to a Venezuelan national. The conditional portion of the sentence means Devid P. will not serve the full term provided he meets certain legal conditions. The reduction in sentencing suggests the court found mitigating circumstances in the case. The verdict reflects ongoing efforts by Curaçao's justice system to address illegal firearms, which remain a concern on the island, particularly in cases linked to foreign nationals. Possession of illegal weapons and narcotics carries serious penalties under Curaçaoan law.