2007 END USE MONITORING REPORT - EASTERN CARIBBEAN

UNCLAS SECTION 01 OF 05 BRIDGETOWN 000149

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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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