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ROYAL POLICE FORCE OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA<\/em>
Office of Strategic Communications \u2013 STRATCOM<\/em><\/p>

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Donte Hunkins Recaptured<\/em><\/p>

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St. John\u2019s, Antigua and Barbuda, Saturday, January 31, 2026<\/p>

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The police have recaptured wanted fugitive Donte Hunkins, who had escaped from police custody over a month ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hunkins was located in an abandoned building in the Whenner Road area on Saturday and was apprehended by the police.<\/p>

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He was taken into custody and is currently assisting police with ongoing investigations into allegations of fraud and escaping lawful custody.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A 17-year-old female was also found inside the building and taken into custody as investigations continue.<\/p>

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The Police Administration extends sincere thanks to members of the general public for their assistance and continued support, which played a critical role in the recapture of the suspect.<\/p>

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