ROYAL POLICE FORCE OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Office of Strategic Communications (STRATCOM)
MEDIA RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Police Encourage Residents & Visitors to Practice Safety For The Christmas Season
St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, Monday, December 15, 2025
As the festive season approaches and activity increases across the nation, the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda (RPFAB) is encouraging residents and visitors alike to remain alert and practice proper safety habits throughout the Christmas season.
Residents can expect increased police presence across the island, with regular patrols in the city, residential communities, beaches, and busy shopping areas.
The police are appealing to everyone to adhere to the practical safety tips provided, in an effort to ensure an incident-free holiday season.
Safety Tips for the Season
- Personal Safety
▪︎ Remain aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded areas such as shopping centres, markets, beaches, and public events.
▪︎ Secure personal belongings and avoid carrying large sums of cash.
▪︎ Plan travel carefully, particularly at night, and use well-lit routes and trusted transportation.
▪︎ Avoid over consumption of alcohol and walking or driving under the influence.
▪︎ When attending public events or family gatherings, be mindful of crowd safety and follow any instructions given by event organizers or security personnel.
- Beach and Recreational Safety
▪︎ Swim only in designated areas and observe all posted safety warnings.
▪︎ Supervise children at all times while at the beach or near water.
▪︎ Avoid swimming under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
▪︎ Secure valuables before entering the water and avoid leaving personal items unattended.
▪︎ Pay close attention to changing weather and sea conditions.
- Home Safety
▪︎ Lock all doors and windows before leaving home, even for short periods.
▪︎ Avoid displaying valuables or wrapped gifts in full view of windows.
▪︎ Practice electrical safety by checking Christmas lights, avoiding overloaded outlets, and unplugging decorations when not in use.
▪︎ Keep candles, heat sources, and flammable materials away from Christmas trees and decorations.
▪︎ Dispose of packaging discreetly, particularly boxes from electronics or appliances.
- Safety at Family Gatherings and Events
▪︎ Be considerate of neighbours and communities when hosting or attending gatherings. Avoid loud noises at late hours of night.
▪︎ Avoid overcrowding and ensure adequate supervision of children and elderly family members.
▪︎ Designate a sober driver or arrange safe transportation in advance.
▪︎ Keep emergency contact numbers readily available.
The Police Administration remains committed to protecting life and property and encourages residents and visitors to work in partnership with the police by reporting suspicious activity and complying with public safety guidelines.
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda wishes everyone a safe, enjoyable, and memorable Christmas season and looks forward to continued cooperation in the New Year.
