Concern is mounting among vendors and operators at Little Ffryes Beach after a third tourist robbery in just five days, raising fears about the impact on the island’s image as a safe destination.

The most recent incident occurred around 9 a.m. Sunday, when a female visitor staying at Koko’s was robbed of her phone and other belongings. Witnesses reported that the assailants left the scene in a vehicle with a rental license plate.

The case follows two other robberies in the area within the past week, leaving vendors, jet ski operators and other service providers worried that the crimes could deter visitors and harm their livelihoods.

A police vehicle was seen patrolling the beach on Sunday as part of ongoing efforts to secure the area, but business owners say additional measures are needed to curb the trend.

Tourism officials have confirmed that steps are being taken to strengthen security at popular beaches.

Plans include commissioning new special constables, increasing patrol numbers, and placing lifeguard chairs to improve visibility in areas where thick vegetation provides cover for criminals. Authorities are also working to expand the use of surveillance cameras at selected beaches.

Police have not yet said whether the robberies are connected. Investigations are continuing.

For those who rely on tourism to earn a living, the concern is that unchecked incidents of this nature could damage the industry and reverberate across the wider economy.