PHILIPSBURG:---The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) has officially announced that the traffic incident which occurred in the early morning hours of March 2, 2026, on Arlet Peters Road (Old Cake House Road), is now being investigated as a double homicide. The case is currently under investigation by personnel of the Detective Department. Authorities stated that further details will be shared as the investigation progresses. While police have remained tight-lipped, they have confirmed that the incident involves more than a simple vehicular accident.
Reports indicate the two individuals, one from Trinidad and the other an American, were leaving a festive event when they became involved in an altercation with two other people from the French side. One of the deceased, the businessman, has been identified as Damon Sylvester, known for installing and selling PVC pipes. Sylvester operates his business on Welgelegen Road, Cay Hill. After the deadly discovery, police were seen at his business place, digging deeper to find out the cause of the incident.
According to unconfirmed accounts, the situation escalated after Sylvester allegedly reversed his vehicle and accidentally struck one of the other men. This is said to have sparked a chase that ultimately led to a shooting.
Police officials have not yet confirmed the sequence of events or the cause of death. They are actively investigating the case and have urged the public to await official information rather than rely on speculation. The discovery has prompted a full-scale investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
KPSM has since made the following statement:-
The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) hereby informs the public that the traffic incident which occurred in the early morning hours of March 2, 2026, on Arlet Peters Road (Old Cake House Road), is now being investigated as a double homicide.
The case is currently under investigation by personnel of the Detective Department.
Further details will be shared as the investigation progresses.
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