The “firearm in question was not recovered” police said of alleged school incident

By Admin. Updated 5:08 p.m., Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4). 

Police say a search for a firearm at a secondary school in Kingstown on February 16, produced no results.

In a February 17 press release, the RSVGPF says:

“In light of reports circulating in sections of the media, the Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force confirms that a report was received regarding an alleged firearm sighting at a secondary school in Kingstown. Investigators conducted a search at the school; however, the firearm in question was not recovered.”

“This report is being treated with the highest level of seriousness, and all necessary steps are being taken as enquiries continue.”

Yesterday, the St. Martins Secondary School, an all-boys faith-based public school dismissed classes early and sent communication to parents stating:

“It was brought to the attention of the school administration that there may have been a weapon on the school compound. Given the seriousness of the report, the police were contacted, and together the decision was made to secure the area and conduct a full search. No weapons were found.

“We thank you for your patience and ask that you continue to encourage our students to make wholesome, life-affirming decisions. We also wish to reassure you that the safety and well-being of all students is our top priority, and we will remain vigilant as we proceed with the business of educating our youth,” the school said.

In its report the RSVGPF said: “We are mindful of the concern this has caused among parents, students, and the wider community. The public is urged to exercise restraint and avoid spreading unverified information, as this can create unnecessary alarm within school environments.”

“Verified information will be communicated through official police channels as it becomes available,” police added.

“The safety of our students and the security of our schools remain a priority, and this matter continues to receive focused attention.”

News of the report came as the country tackles gang-related activities among youths and when the impact of bullying at schools is being widely highlighted.

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