The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) say they are actively investigating a series of burglaries and attempted burglaries reported in the Diamond Estate, Spooners Estate, and Anderson Estate areas. One individual, Akim Stevens, of no fixed address, has been arrested and formally charged with Burglary and Attempted Burglary in connection with these incidents. His … Continued
Inmates at His Majesty’s Prison recently participated in the second annual Inmate Debate, an initiative designed to support rehabilitation and personal transformation. The debate themed, “How Can My Positive Prison Experience Make an Impact in Society?” was a collaborative effort between His Majesty’s Prison and the New Life Baptist Church and reflected a shared commitment … Continued
As police continued their investigations into a number of recent burglaries, a man was apprehended in the area of B&F Medical Complex on the afternoon of March 20th, 2025. In an official statement the RVIPF stated, “Officers of the Criminal Investigations Department arrested the person as a person of interest in ongoing Burglary investigations. They … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force can confirm that one male has been arrested in connection with a stabbing incident that occurred on March 20 in Gun Creek, North Sound, Virgin Gorda. The incident took place shortly after 8:00 a.m. and resulted in one male sustaining serious injuries. He was transported to the Dr. D. … Continued
A stabbing incident occurred at Gun Creek, Virgin Gorda this morning March 20th, 2025 after 8am. Police confirmed that one male was seriously injured and was transported to the Dr. Orlando Hospital. He has since succumbed to his injuries. The details surrounding this incident are unclear at this time. Investigations are ongoing. More to come … Continued
On March 18, 2025, the Honorable Myron V. Walwyn, representative for the Sixth District, hosted a successful Seniors Luncheon aimed at bringing together the senior citizens of the district as part of his efforts to see a Seniors Citizen Programme under the auspices of the Social Development Department started in his district The event welcomed … Continued
Marine charter companies in the USVI have been told they should prepare to pay more to take passengers to the BVI. That’s according to Lieutenant Governor Tregenza Roach during Tuesday’s press briefing from Government House. However, he believes the fees will be more reasonable than what was being initially proposed by BVI authorities. In February, … Continued
A 32-year old fugitive from the US Virgin Islands, Demare Encarnacion, who is wanted for first-degree murder, has been extradited to St. Thomas after surrendering to authorities here. According to an article on the VI Consortium, this was confirmed by the V.I. Police Department and U.S. Marshals Service (USMS). It said his return to the U.S. Virgin … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is actively investigating a few incidents that occurred over the weekend, including an armed robbery along the Ridge Road, in the Meyers area, and a report of gun shots in the Purcell Estate area. In the early hours of March 15, a male victim was robbed at gunpoint after … Continued
Officers of the Virgin Gorda Police Station have arrested and charged a 17-year-old male of Virgin Gorda with Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm following a stabbing incident that occurred on Saturday, March 15, after 7:00 PM. Preliminary investigations indicate that a verbal dispute between two individuals escalated, resulting in the stabbing of one individual. The … Continued
