Criminologist Calls for Systemic Approach to Crime in Sint Maarten

Marcus Pantophlet, a law enforcement professional with over 15 years of experience and a Bachelor of Science in Criminology, has published a multi-part analysis examining crime in Sint Maarten from a criminological perspective. In the first installment of his series, Pantophlet argues that addressing crime on the island requires looking beyond individual criminal incidents to understand broader structural and societal factors at play. His analysis draws on both academic training and extensive frontline law enforcement experience, lending the perspective both theoretical grounding and practical weight. The piece signals a growing call among informed professionals for a more evidence-based, systemic approach to public safety policy in Sint Maarten. Crime has been an ongoing concern for the island, and expert-led public discourse of this kind is considered a meaningful step toward informed solutions.