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UNCLAS SECTION 01 OF 05 BRIDGETOWN 000149 
 
SIPDIS 
 
SIPDIS 
 
STATE FOR INL/RM AND WHA/CAR 
 
E.O. 12958:N/A 
TAGS: SNAR AFIN XL
SUBJECT:  2007 END USE MONITORING REPORT - EASTERN CARIBBEAN 
 
Ref:  07State 163708 
 
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SUMMARY 
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¶1. Embassy Bridgetown is responsible for the NAS-funded program in 
seven countries:  Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, 
St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. 
It is also responsible for monitoring equipment provided to the 
French department of Martinique.  The Narcotics Affairs Agent 
personally monitored equipment and met with police, Coast Guard, 
Defense Force, Financial Intelligence Units and other officials to 
review the use of equipment and services provided through NAS 
funding.  Host Government officials cooperated fully with end use 
inspections.  END SUMMARY. 
 
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Status 
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¶2. Antigua and Barbuda 
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Computer Equipment - In 2007, NAS purchased three laptops for the 
Financial Services Regulatory Commission.  . The Police Training 
School uses one projector.  Four laptops are in use at the Financial 
Services Regulatory Commission, two laptops have reached the end of 
their useful life.  The International Financial Sector Regulatory 
Authority (IFSRA) uses fourteen computers, two servers, one network 
printer and one scanner.  The ONDCP uses twenty four computers, 
three laptops, three printers, a projector, three i2 Analyst's 
Notebooks, two servers, a plotter, four scanners and four printers. 
The Defense Force uses one laptop.  The Drug Squad uses one 
projector. 
 
Vehicles - The Drug Squad's Canine Unit uses two 2001 Suzuki Carry 
vans with dog cages.  The Drug Squad's 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero has 
reached the end of its useful life.  The 1999 Nissan Patrol 
purchased for the DARE Program works well.  The ONDCP's 2003 Suzuki 
Vitara wagon is used extensively and experiencing engine problems. 
Their 2003 Toyota Corolla was involved in an accident while 
conducting surveillance operations and has been written off. 
 
Vessels - The Coast Guard's H920 RHIB is working well.  Their 733 
RHIB needs a new collar.  Two Boston Whalers are in use but in need 
of cosmetic repair. 
 
Uniforms and Field Gear - In 2007, NAS Bridgetown purchased body 
armor, dive equipment and fire fighting gear for the Coast Guard. 
One pair of night vision goggles is in use at the Defense Force. 
The Drug Squad uses one portable scale, portable scanners, cameras, 
binoculars, micro cassette recorders and handcuffs.  Their night 
vision goggles have been sent for repair.  The ONDCP uses a portable 
scale, body armor, portable scanners, camera equipment, a camcorder, 
flashlights, binoculars, night vision goggles, rechargeable 
spotlights, and micro cassette recorders.  The Coast Guard uses a 
digital camera. 
 
Miscellaneous Equipment - The ONDCP uses four stationery storage 
cabinets, nineteen desks and chairs, two fireproof filing cabinets, 
a fax machine and a typewriter.  One 2-drawer safe is in use at the 
IFSRA. 
 
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¶3. Barbados 
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Computer Equipment - Thirty laptops purchased for the Office of the 
Director of Public Prosecutions in 2002 are distributed throughout 
the court system and used daily.  Three laptops, four computers, i2 
Analyst's Notebook, four printers, one digital camera and one 
projector are in use at the Financial Crime Investigations Unit 
(FCIU).  Two of the laptops need new batteries.  Their plotter has 
still not been set up.  Two printers, a server, scanner and a fax 
machine are in use at the Barbados Information Centre (JICC 
Program).  Twelve computers and three printers at the Barbados 
Community College (BCC) Court Reporting Program have reached the end 
of their useful life.  The Drug Squad uses one computer and one 
printer. 
 
Vehicles - Barbados Airport Security uses one 2001 Mitsubishi L200 
double cab purchased in support of the C-26 Program.  The Drug 
Squad's 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara wagon has reached the end of its 
useful life.  The 2003 Nissan X-Trail at the Barbados Information 
Centre remains in good condition. 
 
Vessels - The Coast Guard has recently moved to a new facility and 
has received new vessels purchased by the Barbados Government.  The 
 
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NAS purchased H920 RHIB and Boston whaler are receiving engine 
repairs.  The 733 RHIB is working well. 
 
Uniforms and Field Gear - One pair of night vision goggles is in use 
at Airport Security.  The Drug Squad uses one digital camera and the 
Barbados Information Centre uses one portable scanner and one 
digital camera. 
 
Miscellaneous Equipment - The BCC uses twenty-two stenography 
machines, which are in need of servicing.  Their television, chairs, 
TV cart, A/C units and keyboard charts are used daily.  The Barbados 
Information Centre uses a security access system and one 
photocopier. 
 
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¶3. Regional Security System (RSS) 
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Computer Equipment - The Administration Section uses two laptops and 
two projectors for classroom training sessions.  The Training Unit 
in Antigua uses one scanner and one fax machine.  The C-26 Project 
uses one computer and three printers.  Two fax machines have reached 
the end of their useful life. 
 
Communications Equipment - The pilot headsets at the C-26 Program 
are in good condition.  NAS Bridgetown sent four sets for repairs 
and they were returned in good condition.  Their hand held radios 
need new batteries. 
 
Vehicles - The Administration Section uses two 2006 Suzuki APV vans. 
 One 2002 Isuzu double cabin pickup purchased for the C-26 project 
is receiving clutch repairs. 
 
Vessels - One Zodiac H920 "Go Fast" RHIB located at the RSS Training 
Unit in Antigua, is working well. 
 
Aircraft - The RSS has two C-26 aircraft, both  are fully 
operational and very effective in interdictions throughout the 
region. 
 
Uniforms and Field Gear - The C-26 Program uses sixteen aircrew 
survival vests, life preservers, flight suits, boots, rescue lights, 
rescue mirrors, a digital camera and camcorder.  Chain saws, two 20' 
x 40' tents, night vision goggles, rope, binoculars, machetes, jerry 
cans, GPS receivers are used by the RSS for marijuana eradication 
operations.  Their riot helmets, batons and shin guards have reached 
the end of their useful life. 
 
Miscellaneous Equipment - The RSS Training Unit in Antigua uses 
lockers, a shredder, ten filing cabinets, twelve utility tables, 
thirty two classroom chairs, one lectern, one coffee table, one 
living room suite, mattresses, folding tables, folding chairs, two 
washing machines, two dryers and a 25-ton air conditioner condensing 
unit.  Two refrigerators, two televisions, two VCRs, a TV stand, 
radio cassette, refrigerator, lawn mower, weed-whacker and eleven 
air conditioners are used by the C-26 support staff.  Their 
microwave oven has reached the end of its useful life. 
 
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¶5. Dominica 
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Computer Equipment - The FIU uses two laptops, three computers, one 
all in one fax machine, i2 Analyst's Note book, two printers and one 
server.  The Financial Services Unit (FSU) uses three computers, two 
printers and one projector. 
 
Communications Equipment - The Police Force has one solar repeater 
in use. 
 
Vehicles - In 2007, NAS purchased a Nissan double cab for the 
Dominica Customs.  The Coast Guard uses one 2006 Kubota tractor 
mainly for hauling and retrieving the H920 RHIB boat.  The 1999 
Mitsubishi Pajero used in the DARE Program is working well.  The 
Drug Squad uses one 2002 Nissan double cab. One 2000 Mitsubishi 
Pajero Wagon at the Special Branch is in good condition.  Two 2000 
Nissan double cabs, previously assigned to the Police Stations at 
Grand Bay and Portsmouth, one 1996 Jeep Cherokee at the Coast Guard 
and one 1998 Nissan Double Cab at the Drug Squad have reached the 
end of their useful life. 
 
Vessels - In 2007, NAS purchased two 275 hp engines for the H920 
RHIB which is now fully operational.  The lower units on the 733 
RHIB's engines are giving problems and the Coast Guard is seeking to 
have them replaced by the manufacturers.  The 22' Nautica RHIB 
purchased in 2001 continues to experience engine and fuel tank 
problems and the collar needs to be replaced.  It has been 
determined that repairs would be too costly so arrangements are 
being made to dispose of the vessel by auction. 
 
 
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Uniforms and Field Gear - In 2007, NAS purchased twelve handcuffs, 
eight drug test kits, fifteen BDUs, six microcassette recorders, six 
flashlights and latex gloves for the Customs and Excise Department 
and Personal floating devices (PFDs) for the Coast Guard.  The 
Customs and Excise Department also uses five binoculars, two 
spotlights, ten body armor and one digital camera.  The Drug Squad 
uses night vision goggles, binoculars, traffic vests, holsters, body 
armor, GPS receivers, rain gear, handcuffs, weapons belts, water 
bottles, two vehicle camouflage nets, six dome tents, flashlights, 
inspection mirrors and field compasses.  The Coast Guard has rain 
gear, night vision goggles, binoculars, body armor, a digital camera 
and a fiber optic viewer. 
 
Miscellaneous Equipment - In 2007, NAS purchased one portable air 
compressor for the Coast Guard.  The Director of Public Prosecutions 
(D.P.P.) uses Law books and one photocopier.  The Drug Squad uses 
two filing cabinets and one shredder.  The FIU uses one photocopier, 
safe, shredder, one conference table and twelve chairs.  Five office 
chairs have reached the end of their useful life.  One photocopier, 
fax machine, shredder, heavy duty stapler, binding machine and paper 
cutter are in use at the Financial Services Unit (FSU). 
 
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¶6. Grenada 
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Computer Equipment -The FIU also uses two laptops, one fax machine, 
four computers, three printers, and one scanner. One laptop which 
was stolen from the FIU in 2006 has been recovered and is in good 
working order.  Their i2 Analyst's Notebook needs to be upgraded. 
The Drug Squad uses one server, two computers and two palm pilots. 
Two laptops and two printers have reached the end of their useful 
life.  The projector is still in need of a new bulb. 
 
Vehicles - The Special Services Unit's (SSU) 2001 3-ton Toyota truck 
is working well.  The FIU uses one 2001 Mitsubishi L300 van works 
well but is in need of body repairs.  The Drug Squad's 2003 Suzuki 
Grand Vitara wagon is in good condition.  Their 2001 Toyota Prado 
wagon is in use and used mainly for night operations.  The DARE 
Program uses one 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero wagon. 
 
Vessels and Equipment - The Coast Guard's five engines purchased in 
2003 remain in good condition.  The H920 RHIB has received new 
engines from TAFT and is in good working order and the 733 RHIB is 
working, new engines will soon be provided through TAFT as well. 
Both Boston whalers are being refurbished. 
 
Uniforms and Field Gear - The Police Force uses 250 police caps and 
belts, 430 sets of uniforms, 150 reflective vests and 150 
flashlights which are distributed throughout the police force.  The 
Drug Squad uses binoculars, body armor , a digital camcorder, 
batons, flashlights and night vision goggles.  Two digital cameras 
have reached the end of their useful life.  The Coast Guard's body 
armor, night vision goggles and boarding kit have reached the end of 
their useful life.  The Police Special Branch uses body armor, micro 
cassette recorders and a GPS receiver. 
 
Miscellaneous Equipment - In 2007, NAS purchased three office desks 
for the Drug Squad.  Fireproof filing cabinets, an alarm system, a 
photocopier, one shredder, four desks, six chairs, a coffee table, 
six waiting room chairs, television, VCR, fax machine, digital 
camera, a filing cabinet and a portable projector screen are all in 
good condition at the FIU.  The Drug Squad uses one television, VCR, 
one shredder, a photocopier, three filing cabinets, five office 
chairs and two fireproof filing cabinets.  Six air conditioning 
units are in use at Police Headquarters. 
 
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¶7. St. Kitts 
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Computer Equipment - One server, three computers, one printer, 
digital camera and projector are in use at the National Joint 
Headquarters (NJHQ).  Four computers, one server and one laptop are 
in use at the Financial Services Department (FSD).  The Nevis 
Regulation and Supervisory Division (RSD) uses four computers, three 
printers, and one laptop.  The FIU uses one i2 analyst's notebook, 
two computers, a network hub, laptop, projector, scanner and two 
printers.  One computer and printer are in use at their Nevis office 
and two computers have reached the end of their useful life.  Five 
computers, a projector and fax machine are in use at the National 
Council for Drug Abuse Prevention (NACDAP).  One scanner is in use 
at the Drug Squad. 
 
Vehicles - The Nevis Task Force uses one 2001 Toyota double cabin 
pickup.  The St. Kitts Drug Squad uses 1996 Jeep Cherokee.  Their 
1998 Mitsubishi mini van has reached the end of its useful life and 
has been replaced by the Police Credit Union.  The 1999 Mitsubishi 
mini bus provided to the DARE Program remains in good condition. 
 
 
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Vessels - The Coast Guard's Zodiac H920 RHIB needs new engines which 
are being purchased by TAFT in Puerto Rico.  The Boston Whaler is 
operational.  Their 733 RHIB is having the collar patched and 
reinstalled.  The 22' RHIB purchased for the Nevis Customs is 
operational. 
 
Uniforms and Field Gear - In 2007, NAS provided five body armor and 
one NVG to the Coast Guard, two vehicle light bars, two siren sets, 
two handheld scanners, one NVG, twenty body armor, ten leg irons and 
twenty handcuffs to the Police Force, seven body armor, two digital 
cameras, thirteen handcuffs, one NVG, four binoculars, and 39 sets 
of BDUs for the Drug Squad.  The Drug Squad uses a camcorder, 
handcuffs, two portable scales (one in Nevis) and a digital camera. 
The Nevis Police use BDUs, jungle boots, ponchos, handcuffs, 
fingerprint cameras, fingerprinting equipment, SLR cameras, film 
developing equipment, night vision goggles, handcuffs, flashlights, 
binoculars, rain gear, body armor, traffic vests and a digital 
camera. 
 
Miscellaneous Equipment - One air conditioning unit is in use at the 
NJHQ.  The Nevis Financial Services Department uses one photocopier. 
 The Drug Squad uses six air conditioning units, desks, filing 
cabinets, stacking chairs and office chairs.  The FIU uses one 
office desk and chair, one secretarial workstation, one conference 
table and twelve chairs, three fireproof filing cabinets, a binding 
machine, paper trimmer, television, VCR, photocopier, shredder and 
digital camera.  The NACDAP uses one television, VCR, photocopier, 
five desks, five office chairs, ten guest chairs, a conference table 
with sixteen chairs, two stationery cabinets and two filing 
cabinets. 
 
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¶8. St. Lucia 
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Computer equipment - One computer and printer are used by the Police 
Community Relations Office (CRO).  Two computers, two printers, one 
laptop and one fax machine are used by the Police Special Branch. 
One computer was stolen when an office of the Special Branch which 
is situated in a remote area was burglarized and another was damaged 
due to a power surge.  The FIU is using a projector, one i2 
Analyst's Notebook, six computers, a fax machine, digital camera, 
scanner, two printers and one laptop.  One computer was damaged 
during a power surge and has been replaced by the local power 
company.  One monitor and one laptop have reached the end of their 
useful life.  One fax machine and one scanner are used daily at the 
Coast Guard.  Two computers and two printers have reached the end of 
their useful life.  The Drug Squad is making use of one computer and 
printer at their Vieux Fort location.  Two computers, one laptop and 
two printers are in use at the Substance Abuse advisory Council 
Secretariat (SAACS).  The Customs Central Intelligence Unit uses 
 
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three computers, two scanners, one printer and one laptop. 
 
Communication Equipment - VHF radios and a base station are in use 
at the Marine Unit. 
 
Vehicles - One 2001 Isuzu double cab at the Marine Unit is 
serviceable but having the clutch replaced.  The Drug Squad's 2001 
Nissan Patrol is in good condition.  Their 1998 Mitsubishi double 
cab has reached the end of its useful life.  One 2000 Mitsubishi 
mini bus is used for the DARE program. 
 
Vessels - In 2007, NAS Bridgetown replaced the engines on the Marine 
Unit's Zodiac H920 "Go Fast" RHIB and it is now fully operational. 
The St. Lucia Government has replaced the engines and collar on the 
733 RHIB and it is fully operational as well.  One Boston Whaler, 
which is used mainly for training, is working well. 
 
Uniforms and Field Gear - The Customs Department uses two night 
vision goggles.  The Drug Squad uses twenty-five sets of uniforms, 
one portable scale, two night vision goggles and a digital camera. 
The Marine Unit uses six sets of dive gear, fourteen sets of body 
armor and a fiber optic viewer.  Their inspection mirror, camcorder, 
flashlights, batons, handcuffs and binoculars have reached the end 
of their useful life.  The FIU uses one NVG, one pair of binoculars 
and three bulletproof vests.  The Special Branch is using one NVG, 
one camcorder, one digital camera and ten sets of body armor. 
 
Miscellaneous - In 2006, NAS purchased five air conditioning units 
for the Marine Unit's Base in Castries, which were damaged due to 
voltage problems but replaced by the insurance company.  Five air 
conditioning units, one photocopier, shredder, four filing cabinets, 
lockers and folding chairs are used daily at the Marine Unit's 
sub-base in Vieux Fort.  One photocopier is in use at the CRO.  The 
FIU uses one conference room table with chairs, four 2-drawer filing 
cabinets, one safe, six office desks, six chairs, one photocopier, 
one shredder and two fireproof filing cabinets.  Four office chairs 
have reached the end of their useful life.  The Substance Abuse 
Advisory Council Secretariat uses armchairs, side chairs, desks, a 
credenza and a conference table.  One shredder is in use at the 
 
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Police Special Branch.  Law books are in use at the Office of the 
D.P.P. 
 
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¶9. St. Vincent and the Grenadines 
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Computer Equipment - The Drug Squad uses two laptops, one digital 
SLR camera and one photo printer.  One computer and a scanner are 
used at the Community Relations Office (CRO), three laptops, two 
projectors, one scanner, one printer, one computer, i2 analyst's 
notebook, two printers and one scanner are in use at the FIU.  Five 
computers at the FIU have reached the end of their useful life.  The 
A/G's Office uses three computers, one server, two printers, one 
scanner, one projector and one photocopier.  The Police Narcotics 
Intelligence Unit uses two computers, one fax machine and one 
printer. 
 
Vehicles - The Drug Squad uses one 1998 Toyota double cab and one 
2001 Mitsubishi Pajero wagon, both are extensively used and need to 
be replaced.  The 1996 Jeep Cherokee, reassigned to the Coast Guard 
Base has reached the end of its useful life.  One 2001 Mitsubishi 
Pajero for the Marion House "Right Step Program" remains in good 
condition.  The 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero purchased for the DARE 
Program is in good condition. 
 
Vessels - Two H920 RHIBs and one 733 RHIB at the Coast Guard have 
received new engines from the St. Vincent government and are working 
well.  Their Boston Whaler is presently receiving repairs to the 
hull. 
 
Uniforms and Field Gear - Three bullet proof vests, one NVG, one 
digital SLR camera, one camcorder, one digital camera one pair of 
binoculars and three micro-cassette recorders are used by the FIU. 
One digital recorder, two vehicle rotating lights, Raid T-Shirts, 
one NVG, drug I.D. kits, body armor, GPSs, SLR camera, binoculars, 
one digital camcorder and flashlights are used daily at the Drug 
Squad.  One NVG at the Coast Guard has reached the end of its useful 
life. 
 
Miscellaneous Equipment -  One laminator, one binding machine, a 
digital surveillance and security access system, shredder, 
television, VCR, safe and photocopier are in use at the FIU   One 
TV/VCR and one slide projector are in use at Marion House.  The Drug 
Squad uses twenty four pairs of bunk beds and one paper trimmer. 
The Police Narcotics Intelligence Unit uses one photocopier. 
 
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¶10. FRENCH MARTINIQUE 
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The Director of the French Coast Guard has reported that the 
Lafayette is still in good condition and continues to contribute in 
the seizures of marijuana and cocaine. 
 
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¶11. IMPACT 
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INL project funds provided through the NAS are crucial to the 
Eastern Caribbean and they ensure that law enforcement agencies are 
capable partners in regional counter-narcotics and anti-money 
laundering efforts.  The equipment provided by NAS has improved 
their mobility, communications, record keeping, safety, intelligence 
collection and drug detection capabilities.  Most of the Coast 
Guards have received new engines for their H920 RHIBs which are 
crucial to their operations.  INL-funded training provides personnel 
with the necessary skills to carry out their mission and 
demonstrates the USG's counter-narcotics commitment in the region, 
the United States' Third Border. 
 
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¶12. PROBLEMS 
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NAS Bridgetown targets procurements to meet the needs of a unit at a 
given time.  However recent reduction in the NAS program budget has 
hampered the mobility of some agencies as most countries are 
desperately in need of modern equipment and their vehicles are 
aging.  Skill and experience levels among various agencies and units 
vary widely, as well as the ability to use sophisticated equipment. 
Subsequent personnel turnovers sometimes result in non-use of 
sophisticated equipment by new personnel unfamiliar with the 
equipment.  Most countries lack spare parts, replacement batteries 
and repair facilities for electronics leading to backlogs of items 
in need of repair.  Incidents of theft and misuse of equipment are 
rare. 
 
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