Police in Antigua and Barbuda are searching for suspects after two separate robberies in Hatton and Bendals. Meanwhile, investigators are asking the public for help as both cases remain active.

The first incident happened in Hatton around 8 a.m. on Friday, May 15. Officers from the Gray’s Farm Police Station responded after reports of an alleged armed robbery at a home in the area.

According to preliminary investigations, two masked men entered the house and attacked two occupants with a firearm. The intruders then stole several personal items before fleeing the scene.

The stolen items reportedly included a gold chain, two cellular phones, a wallet with identification cards and bank cards, EC$245 in cash, and a red Honda weed-wacker.

Police said one suspect appeared slimly built and stood about 5 feet 9 inches tall. He reportedly had a brown complexion and wore khaki three-quarter pants with a white vest.

The second suspect reportedly stood about 5 feet 8 inches tall. Police described him as dark in complexion and dressed in a dark-coloured shirt with blue three-quarter jeans pants.

Investigators also said both suspects escaped on foot after the robbery.

Meanwhile, officers are also investigating another robbery reported in Bendals on the same day.

According to police, a 63-year-old woman reported that two men entered her property around 4:50 a.m. The suspects allegedly grabbed her jewellery before running away on foot.

Police described both suspects in the Bendals incident as medium built and about 5 feet tall. In addition, both reportedly wore dark clothing during the robbery.

Furthermore, investigators continue to gather information from both crime scenes as they work to identify the suspects involved.

Police are now urging residents to come forward with any information that may help the investigations.

Anyone with information can contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913. People can also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 800-TIPS (8477).

Authorities say public cooperation could help officers quickly identify and arrest those responsible.