Robbers strike in West Bay home invasion

| 13/08/2015 | 13 Comments

Cayman News Service

(CNS): A 50-year-old woman home alone in West Bay was the victim of an armed home invasion in the early hours of Thursday morning, police have confirmed. The incident happened in Town Hall Road at around 1:30 in the morning, when the woman was woken up by two masked intruders who were in her bedroom. One of the men was said to be in possession of a handgun and they demanded money.

But with no cash in the house, they fled with a small amount of jewellery taken from bedside drawers. Police said that the home invaders had tried to get gain entry into the property through a window before they managed to get into the house through a partially insecure doorway.

A spokesperson for the RCIPS said the only description of the offenders gave to police was that one was around 6 feet tall, the second man was shorter and both men had their faces covered. The matter was not reported to the police however, until 5:20am

Detectives from West Bay CID are investigating and anyone with any information is asked to call 949-3999 or Crime Stoppers at 800-8477(TIPS).

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  1. Anonymous says:

    Interesting 11:31. how is that possible when there is a roll-over and such people have to leave the island after 7 years? Maybe back in the 80’s, but even now it is happening? 2 friends of mine had to leave and it was to much of a bother to return after a year.

  2. Sissy says:

    I worry that we’re missing the point of the story. A citizen of Cayman was terrorized during an armed robbery. Thank the Lord that she wasn’t injured. She — and all of us — are not allowed to possess the tools to protect ourselves, and clearly the RCIP are not able to protect us. Frankly, I don’t see how they could protect us — there are cowardly criminals at large who apparently leave no trail. What are the police to do? I think they have been vigilant. We have to be vigilant ourselves. We do NOT need vigilantism — get the difference? We need the simple tools to protect ourselves. I can’t believe that this so-called modern society and government will still not allow the carry of non-lethal capsicum (pepper) spray.

  3. Anonymous says:

    I’m not sure I believe that the officers only come because of the paycheck. I have looked into getting a job in GC for many years (not the RCIP) as I love the island and feel my qualifications would benefit the population. The salary would be a slight increase, but so would the cost of living. I have not pursued the job opportunity as three things are still in question: the roll-over possibility, living in such a small place and leaving family behind. Note it has nothing to do with salary. I believe that people give alot of thought when moving to a new destination and it does not just boil down to the $$$.

    • Cass says:

      Wishful thinking sweetheart. In Cayman these people come here for the $$$ and more. They make nothing back home and send what they do make here back. It is fine, send it back but if you were here you would know this for sure. It is ALL about the $$$ from the top come right down. I like your optimistic view but it is not realistic to Cayman. God bless.

  4. Anonymous says:

    Instead of an unaffordable, super-expensive cruise port that we cannot afford, our government and leadership should be tackling the issues that are leading to our alarming increase in crime.

    To be clear, I am not referring to an increase in police numbers or improved tactics. The requirement for those measures only proves that we are failing in this regard.

    Sad to see Cayman devolving into the typical New York or Manchester type of metropolis.

    This is not the Cayman in which this 80’s baby grew up. Shame on these guys if they are of local parentage, because despite the relatively new socioeconomic challenges of modern Cayman… unna know betta.

    – Who

  5. Anonymous says:

    Let’s get real here. The majority of our officers came here for the economic benefit. Not to “serve and protect”. Understand that first.

    The fact is, in other Caribbean countries, they would make around $1400 US dollars per month, if they were lucky!!!! Coming here quadruples that figure. Why would anyone believe that they come to keep Cayman safe, and tackle crime head on????!!

    As a British territory, we should have our police from the UK if not filled by locals.

    The sad fact is, while our “leaders” argue amongst each other for one man upmanship, our island is slipping down a slope straight to hell.

    The law abiding people of this country will soon leave, leaving the government with no tax base. Those that stay behind will either be filthy rich (behind security fences) or dirt poor. Who will the government get revenue from?????
    We all know concessions are only for the ditch, and social services is for the poor.

    • Anonymous says:

      @9:47…do you know that a UK Officer makes 50,000 GBP on average. Now, 50,000 GBP is a whole lot more $$$ then these mastermind in the CIG want to budget for.

      Agree with you generally and want to add this…if the budget process continues to be the most important process and surrounded by speeches this country is going down.

      We must be flexible and tell the judges don’t worry about the public expense lock these b33554 up and let people pay the cost because it is better to be alive and paying for these dangers off the streets..

      and, exactly no trickle down …rich and poor only…sad sad sad

      • Anonymous says:

        That’s just 9:47’s point. The UK officers leave a higher salary, that tells you something about them. Unlike the rest that come as economic refugees.

        • Anonymous says:

          What if we recruited reliable UK Bobbies and paid them very well, let the useless Caribbean members of RCIPS go home,and reduce the size of the force by natural attrition?
          I reckon that a total force of 200 or so, working diligently and honestly could police this population of 50,000 or so effectively.
          Out with old obese cops and in with a well paid competent force.

          • Anonymous says:

            If UK officers can’t keep crime in check in places like Brixton, London, Manchester and Birmingham, what makes you believe they can keep our local crooks in check ?

        • Anonymous says:

          Yes – we absolutely do have significant problems here in the Cayman Islands today but 90% who those who came/come here to work and live, do so because life is a whole lot better here, than back in their own home countries. That’s a FACT that cannot be DENIED – regardless of the unfortunate issues we are now facing in these islands.

          $180 Million left the Cayman Islands last year alone and probably that same amount or more, in just one year, is deposited into Cayman Islands bank accounts, not to mention purchased real estate by the upper class in society who are earning big $$$$.

          Did you know that certain people such as expat lawyers and chartered accountants retire in the Cayman Islands in just 7 years with millions and millions of dollars in their bank accounts ? That’s a FACT.

          I know people who are now paper Caymanians that came here originally as bartenders, pilots, air hostesses, bank tellers, dive masters, secretaries, waiters, chefs etc……. and now they live in gated communities throughout the island. They drive fancy cars like the Audi, BMW, Benz, Lexus and Ferrari – and their kid’s only go to private schools where tuition is $1,500 CI per month per child – and they are provided with a domestic helper to cook and clean for their families by their employers ?

          Contrary to popular belief, there is such a thing as the “Caymanian Dream” which is similar to the “American Dream” – except it’s probably more challenging to achieve at present, than is was in the 80’s and 90’s when things were really flourishing.

          Thank God for people and great Presidents like Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton who really made a positive difference in our economies around the world.

      • Anonymous says:

        That figure is before taxes. So coming here is for the weather, no commutes, comparable salary that is not taxed and the ability to actually enjoy the outdoors. Everyone leaves their country to go to another for whatever reasons suit them. Don’t make this into anti-Jamaican sentiments. There’s lots of good people and bad people. I don’t think we should flood the police force with any one nationality. I agree that there may be too many from one nationality and yet there are many nationalities that live here. How many have a Chinese, Spanish, Indian, Eastern European, Australian, Canadian, American background? Let’s face it we just need better more motivated cops and not just bums in the seats.

  6. Anonymous says:

    RCIPS District Commander for West Bay:

    We need more officers on foot patrol, bicycle patrol, vehicle patrol along Town Hall Road and Boltins Avenue in West Bay. The thieves are stealing our eye balls out of our head. (day & night)

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