Saint Lucia, Soufriere, Bat Caves: Burgled while ashore – February 2017
Burgled while ashore.
Published 8 years ago, updated 6 years ago
DATE: 2017-02-13 11:30
Country Name: St. Lucia
Location Detail: Soufriere Bat Caves
EVENT: Burglary
HAND: First hand report
Stolen Items: Cash, computers, camera, electronics
SECURED: Locked
DETAILS:
Around noon (12h00) while the crew was ashore, their yacht was broken into. The thieves were unable to gain entry through the well-secured door but were able to use a knife (which they left behind) to defeat a hatch lock. They took cash and electronics.
Three of the 4 moorings at the Bat Caves were occupied at the time.
A report was made to the SMMA marine park, who refunded the daily mooring fee and advised against leaving boats unoccupied at night.
CSSN NOTE: Night-time burglaries have been a problem at this location for several years. Given that the local thieves have grown significantly bolder if you choose to visit, consider leaving someone on board at all times.
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