CNMI Department of Public Safety

A roofing inspector conducting an authorized assessment in Navy Hill, Saipan, reported that a nearby resident fired a gun Monday afternoon, prompting a DPS investigation into the firearm discharge.

A 75‑year‑old man died Monday after he was struck by a reversing SUV in Koblerville, Saipan, police said.

A night of drinking between two acquaintances ended in a fatal roadside assault late Friday, leading to the arrest of a 33‑year‑old Garapan man now charged with murder.

Richmond Ray Saimon, 26, is charged with attempted second‑degree murder and multiple other offenses after allegedly driving drunk and recklessly, crashing into another vehicle, and injuring his girlfriend.

Three people were arrested early Saturday morning on vandalism, theft, and drug‑related charges after police interrupted an alleged fuel‑siphoning incident outside the Saipan Mayor’s Office in Susupe.

The Northern Marianas Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence says reinstating the DPS commissioner undermines public trust and may discourage victims from reporting misconduct.

CNMI Gov. David Apatang reinstated Anthony I. Macaranas as Department of Public Safety commissioner Thursday.

The Department of Public Safety has asked the Civil Service Commission to review allegations that former Commissioner Anthony I. Macaranas made repeated inappropriate and demeaning remarks toward female employees.

Acting CNMI Gov. Dennis Mendiola on Monday served Anthony I. Macaranas a letter terminating his appointment as Department of Public Safety commissioner.

Former DPS officer Earl Borja, who resigned after allegations he assaulted a man with a disability in December, has been charged in Superior Court with assault with a dangerous weapon, assault and battery, and misconduct in public office.