The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF), through its Gangs, Narcotics and Firearms Unit (GNFU), has formally charged Christian Hippolyte, a Customs Porter, in connection with the importation of controlled drugs through the Vieux Fort Port.
Hippolyte faces charges of Importation of a Controlled Drug under Section 5(3) of the Drug Prevention and Misuse Act, and Uttering a False Document under Section 263 of the Criminal Code of Saint Lucia.
According to police reports, the charges stem from an extensive joint investigation led by the GNF and the Central Intelligence Unit (CIU) into narcotics trafficking operations exploiting legitimate shipping channels. The initiative forms part of a wider, intelligence-driven crackdown on drug importation networks.
Hippolyte appeared before the court on Monday, October 14, 2025, where he was granted bail totaling $15,000 — comprising $10,000 for the importation offence and $5,000 for uttering a false document.
Authorities have confirmed that the investigation remains ongoing, and additional arrests have not been ruled out.
In a statement, the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding public institutions and ensuring accountability in all matters related to narcotics trafficking.
“The RSLPF continues to pursue all individuals and networks involved in the trafficking of controlled substances,” the statement said. “Our priority remains the protection of Saint Lucia’s borders and the integrity of our public systems,” stated Shervon Matthieu, Inspector in charge of the GNFU.
