I've been to HB MANY, MANY times and never had any issues...nor have I witnessed any. I would say itt has potential like ANY area on Island (like Maho/robbery/gunshots). You have to be aware of your surroundings and limit your exposure (a.k.a don't bring stuff you wouldn't want to lose). And we may be weird but we only go in swimming one at a time for that reason.

I only bring a couple of $20's and my driving license that I keep in my zipped pocket. Other than that they can take my towels and sunscreen and my ccoler....WAIT.....my beer is in that cooler! Hands off dude....

No different than ANY area of SXM.... and NEVER saw a motorcycle on/near that beach...cows yes....bikes no