Saint Kitts and Nevis has proudly secured the 2025 BREMOLT Award—the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force’s (CFATF) top regional honour for excellence in anti–money laundering and counter–terrorism financing work. The award was presented during the CFATF’s 61st Plenary Session in Bridgetown, Barbados, held from November 24–28.
The BREMOLT Award, recognizing the Best Regional Money Laundering/Terrorist Financing Case, is one of the most competitive distinctions among CFATF’s English-, Dutch-, and Spanish-speaking member states. This year, eight cases were submitted from four jurisdictions, with Saint Kitts and Nevis shortlisted and ultimately selected as the region’s standout winner.
This achievement places the Federation alongside previous champions such as Jamaica, Guyana, and Trinidad & Tobago, further cementing our status as a leader in upholding regional financial integrity.
The winning case showcased strong investigative techniques, effective use of financial intelligence, and exemplary inter-agency cooperation. It resulted from the combined efforts of:
Ms. La-Real Wilson, Director, Financial Intelligence Unit
Inspector Jerry Watt, Head, White Collar Crime Unit (RSCPNF)
The case highlighted:
- Robust financial analysis triggered by a suspicious transaction report.
Strong domestic collaboration between the WCCU, Office of the DPP, Customs, Immigration, and local financial institutions.
Successful international cooperation, including engagement with U.S. law enforcement agencies.
A conviction that resulted in significant fines and imprisonment.
Inspector Watt presented the case at the 61st Plenary Session, delivering a compelling and well-articulated submission that earned Saint Kitts and Nevis the winning votes—crowning the Federation as the 2025 BREMOLT Champion.
Delegation representing Saint Kitts and Nevis at the Plenary included:
Ms. Karen Hughes, Chief Parliamentary Counsel – Delegation Lead
Ms. La-Real Wilson, Director, FIU
Inspector Jerry Watt, Head, WCCU (RSCPNF)
Ms. Tevince Coker, Deputy Director, FSRC
Mrs. Simone Sargeant-Ottley, Assistant Regulator, Nevis Financial Services Division
This milestone reflects the dedication, professionalism, and commitment of our national agencies in strengthening financial security and protecting the integrity of our justice system.
Congratulations to the entire delegation and all supporting agencies on this outstanding achievement!