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3807 – Theft in Sint Maarten (Kingdom of the Netherlands) – Simpson Bay

Reported Incident Details from Sint Maarten (Kingdom of the Netherlands)

An incident of Theft has been reported in Sint Maarten (Kingdom of the Netherlands) – Simpson Bay.

Incident Date 2026-04-02 at 01:00
Event Type Theft
Stolen Items Dinghy (Highfield 3.1 model UL310HIP), Outboard Motor (Yamaha 15HP)
Secured Not Locked
Source Type 1st Hand Report
Incident Details Overnight while the owner slept onboard, a catamaran anchored near the bridge had their in-the-water and not locked dinghy stolen. A report was made to the police and Coast Guard.
3806 – Attempted Theft in Panama – Playa Chiquita

Reported Incident Details from Panama

An incident of Attempted Theft has been reported in Panama – Playa Chiquita.

Incident Date 2026-04-01 at 22:30
Event Type Attempted Theft
Stolen Items None
Secured Does not apply
Source Type 1st Hand Report
Incident Details After reading positive reviews in Navionics, a yacht anchored alone in Playa Chiquita at 1900HRS. At 2230HRS a swimmer attempted to board the monohull. The crew shined a bright light into the mans eyes as he explained in Spanish he wanted to rest and his friend would be arriving soon. He asked if they wanted to give him a life vest or an iPhone. Before he could climb the transom he was told to leave immediately or there would be trouble. The swimmer gave up, swam away, and the yacht departed.
3801 – Theft in Panama – Linton Bay

Reported Incident Details from Panama

An incident of Theft has been reported in Panama – Linton Bay.

Incident Date 2026-03-29 at 04:00
Event Type Theft
Stolen Items Dinghy (3D 3.6 meters), Outboard Motor (Yamaha 15 hp)
Secured Not Locked
Source Type 2nd Hand Report
Incident Details Overnight, an in-the water and not locked 3D dinghy/Yamaha 15HP outboard “disappeared” from an occupied yacht anchored in Linton Bay. It was found the next morning in the nearby mangroves and taken to a nearby yacht in the Bay. Shortly afterwards, a man appeared and claimed the dinghy as his own, and gave a “tip” of $100US to the captain onboard. Unfortunately, the man who claimed the dinghy was not actually the owner. A report was made to the police.
3800 – Theft in Grenada – Grenada – Clarke’s Court Bay

Reported Incident Details from Grenada

An incident of Theft has been reported in Grenada – Grenada – Clarke’s Court Bay.

Incident Date 2026-03-25 at 07:00
Event Type Theft
Stolen Items Other: hand cart
Secured Not Locked
Source Type 2nd Hand Report
Incident Details A handcart was stolen from a dinghy at the Woburn dinghy dock.
3799 – Theft in Guatemala – Rio Dulce – Fronteras

Reported Incident Details from Guatemala

An incident of Theft has been reported in Guatemala – Rio Dulce – Fronteras.

Incident Date 2026-03-21 at 01:14
Event Type Theft
Stolen Items Dinghy (Recovered), Outboard Motor (Suzuki 2.5)
Secured Not Locked
Source Type 1st Hand Report
Incident Details Overnight, a yacht anchored in a small bay east of Hotel Catamaran Marina had their in-the-water and not locked dinghy/outboard stolen. The line had been cut. The dinghy minus the engine was recovered.
3798 – Theft in Guadeloupe (France) – Guadeloupe – Point a Pitre

Reported Incident Details from Guadeloupe (France)

An incident of Theft has been reported in Guadeloupe (France) – Guadeloupe – Point a Pitre.

Incident Date 2026-03-19 at 01:00
Event Type Theft
Stolen Items Dinghy (AB inflatable 2.8m Hypalon Aluminium hull)
Secured Locked
Source Type 1st Hand Report
Incident Details A yacht was anchored near the entrance channel to the Bas du Fort marina. While the owner was away for a week, the dinghy that was chain locked to the mast on deck was stolen. Thieves arrived well prepared with tools.
3797 – Attempted Theft in Bonaire – Kralendijk moorings

Reported Incident Details from Bonaire

An incident of Attempted Theft has been reported in Bonaire – Kralendijk moorings.

Incident Date 2026-03-19 at 02:00
Event Type Attempted Theft
Stolen Items None
Secured Locked
Source Type 1st Hand Report
Incident Details This is the third report/second night of reported boardings in the Bonaire mooring field (see 3795/3796).

The owner of a neighboring yacht noticed swimmers hanging on their neighbor’s stern at 0200HRS. He began yelling and shined a bright light on the swimmers, who refused to leave. The police were called and the dinghy lowered, the men began making threats and swam toward the nearby shore. The police arrived promptly and intercepted the swimmers but did not detain them. A full police report will be made by all 3 victims, and shared with the Port Captain and the marina.

CSSN UPDATE: The 3 victim boats attempted to make a police report but were rebuffed by officials, who seemed unaware of the boardings/events of the previous night. When asked for specific advice, the Chief of Police suggested calling 911, who should summon the correct response units, asking the boarders to leave (3x) and making a video of the activity. In the ABC’s calling 913 will connect with the Dutch Coast Guard.

3795 – Attempted Theft in Bonaire – Kralendijk moorings

Reported Incident Details from Bonaire

An incident of Attempted Theft has been reported in Bonaire – Kralendijk moorings.

Incident Date 2026-03-19 at 03:30
Event Type Attempted Theft
Stolen Items None
Secured Locked
Source Type 1st Hand Report
Incident Details Catamaran owners awoke to find their swim ladder had been pulled down and they had been boarded overnight. They learned that another boat on a nearby mooring was also boarded (see 3796). The yacht was locked and nothing had been taken.

CSSN UPDATE: A third yacht experienced similar events the next night. (see 3797) A full police report will be made by all 3 victims, and shared with the Port Captain and the marina.

CSSN UPDATE: The 3 victim boats attempted to make a police report but were rebuffed by officials, who seemed unaware of the boardings/events of the previous night. When asked for specific advice, the Chief of Police suggested calling 911, who should summon the correct response units, asking the boarders to leave (3x) and making a video of the activity. In the ABC’s calling 913 will connect with the Dutch Coast Guard.

3796 – Attempted Theft in Bonaire – Kralendijk moorings

Reported Incident Details from Bonaire

An incident of Attempted Theft has been reported in Bonaire – Kralendijk moorings.

Incident Date 2026-03-19 at 03:30
Event Type Attempted Theft
Stolen Items None
Secured Locked
Source Type 1st Hand Report
Incident Details Owners of a catamaran on a town mooring were awoken by noise and found 2 men had boarded their locked yacht. When discovered, both men jumped into the water and swam toward shore. A second yacht was also boarded, see 3795.

CSSN UPDATE: A third yacht experienced similar events the next night. (see 3797) A full police report will be made by all 3 victims, and shared with the Port Captain and the marina.

CSSN UPDATE: The 3 victim boats attempted to make a police report but were rebuffed by officials, who seemed unaware of the boardings/events of the previous night. When asked for specific advice, the Chief of Police suggested calling 911, who should summon the correct response units, asking the boarders to leave (3x) and making a video of the activity. In the ABC’s calling 913 will connect with the Dutch Coast Guard.

3794 – Theft in Saint Martin (France) – Orient Bay

Reported Incident Details from Saint Martin (France)

An incident of Theft has been reported in Saint Martin (France) – Orient Bay.

Incident Date 2026-03-05 at 20:00
Event Type Theft
Stolen Items Dinghy (10 ft Achilles dinghy – gray – with red towing bridle. Serial # ACH00147E222), Outboard Motor (Black Tohatsu 15 HP, serial # 027855BE, locked to dinghy)
Secured Not Locked
Source Type 1st Hand Report
Incident Details A dinghy came loose while being towed between St. Martin and St. Barth and washed ashore on Le Gallon beach, just south of Orient Bay, St. Martin. The Coast Guard alerted the owners with the coordinates of the dinghy, but it was stolen from the beach before it could be recovered. A report was made to the police and the Coast Guard.