SVG, Bequia, Princess Margaret Beach: Armed Robbery at Dinghy Dock – January 2016
As reported by the CSSN.
Published 9 years ago, updated 6 years ago
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DATE: 2016-01-23
Country Name: SVG
Location Detail: Bequia Princess Margaret Beach
EVENT: Robbery
Stolen Items: Small waterproof bag containing a camera and personal items.
DETAILS:
We were returning to our boat after an evening out. I had just stepped onto the dinghy dock when a man suddenly appeared right behind me and grabbed my small waterproof shoulder bag. It was around my neck so he used a machete and cut the strap. He ran away down the beach and into the woods.
No injuries, but reported to Police, Coast Guard, local VHF Net, and Bequia Tourism Office.
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