32-year-old Richard Barronville of Long Bush, Tortola and Khalid Smith, 24, of the United States Virgin Islands, have been charged with Possession of a Prohibited Weapon and Unlawful Possession of Explosives after law enforcement discovered a firearm and ammunition during a vessel inspection near Frenchman’s Cay. The discovery was made on Thursday, November 14, 2024, … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has announced a substantial expansion of its CCTV surveillance network across Tortola and Virgin Gorda, boosting security and creating notable cost benefits. By the end of 2024, over 100 advanced CCTV cameras will be installed in strategic locations throughout Tortola, while Virgin Gorda will see its CCTV sites … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a grave warning about a new, dangerous gang known as the “Money Boys” (MB), now wreaking havoc across Tortola. Composed of approximately 25 young men aged 17 to 25, Money Boys members reportedly possess unlicensed firearms and are connected to an increasing number of violent incidents … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a wanted bulletin for two men in connection with the shooting and attempted murder of 21-year-old K’zhari Stoutt on Friday, November 8, 2024. Stoutt, who was shot in Long Bush, Tortola, underwent surgery at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital and is currently reported to be … Continued
A shooting incident reportedly took place near Long Bush, Tortola, on Friday afternoon shortly before 1:00 p.m. Preliminary information suggested that a male victim was shot in the area commonly referred to as “The Ghetto” before fleeing on a motor scooter. Witnesses say the individual made his way to the vicinity of the UP Cineplex … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is alerting residents to a recent spike in blackmail scams involving demands for cryptocurrency, specifically Bitcoin. Police revealed that in these alarming scams, victims have reported receiving text messages from unknown numbers threatening to release compromising photos or personal information unless they comply with payment demands. The RVIPF … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is urging East End residents and business owners to tighten security following a recent wave of burglaries in the area, particularly in the Greenland and Long Look communities. In a press release on Tuesday, November 5, the RVIPF revealed that over the past week, more than seven incidents … Continued
Reports have confirmed the attempted robbery of a local business Matcha’s Bar and Grill in Fort Hill, Tortola, Virgin Islands. On the afternoon of November 4th, 2024 a masked indivual armed with a high-powered weapon approached the business establishment. It was revealed that the owner of the business successfully escaped the gunman, who then fled … Continued
Four men accused of the 2020 murder of Matthew Daly were acquitted on Tuesday, October 15, after Justice Rajiv Persad upheld a No Case submission from their defence attorneys, citing insufficient evidence. The five-week trial, which began on September 16, 2024, ended with the judge directing the jury to return Not Guilty verdicts for Edward … Continued
Residents of East End/Long Look reported hearing gunshots in their community just before 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15 prompting a heavy police response. Details about the incident remain scarce, but one resident described it as a drive-by shooting. As of Tuesday evening, there were no reports of injuries related to the incident. Witnesses noted … Continued
