Police Force of Sint Maarten – Korps Politie Sint Maarten: Sudden Death- Apparent hanging
Philipsburg, February 25th 2026. On Wednesday February 25th 2026, at approximately 11.26 AM, police were dispatched in the area of Pointe Blanche in response to a report of an unresponsive male individual.
Upon arrival at the scene , officers observed an adult male in a hanging position. The body was observed to be in a state of decomposition at the time of discovery.
There were no immediate visible signs of foul play observed at the scene. The identity of the deceased is known at the time of the report.
The Police Force of Sint Maarten extends its condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased during this difficult time and wishes them much strength as they cope with this loss.

