WANTED MAN ARRESTED IN ATTEMPTED MURDER CASE – SECOND SUSPECT AT LARGE

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed the arrest of 22-year-old Shemoi Carey of Huntum’s Ghut, Tortola, who was previously wanted in connection with the attempted murder of K’zhari Stoutt on November 8, 2024. Carey has been charged with Attempted Murder, Carrying an Unlicensed Firearm, and Unlawful Possession of Explosives. As part of … Continued

PAUL JACK CAPTURED AFTER YEARLONG CRIME SPREE IN VIRGIN GORDA

Paul Jack, a national of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, has been apprehended after a year of criminal activities that terrorized the Virgin Gorda community. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) confirmed his capture following a joint operation led by Virgin Gorda detectives on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Jack, who was previously convicted and … Continued

Police Constable Charged in RVIPF Security Breach Investigation

Police Constable Earlando Baynes has been arrested and charged with Breach of Trust by a Public Officer following an internal investigation by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) into a significant security breach. The breach, which occurred during a planned operation in November 2024, involved the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, compromising the operation’s … Continued

OVER $718,000 WORTH OF SUSPECTED CANNABIS SEIZED AT PORT PURCELL

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed the seizure of 71.84 kilograms (71,840 grams) of suspected cannabis during a routine inspection at the Port Purcell Port. The estimated street value of the intercepted drugs is approximately USD $718,400. The discovery was made by Customs officers who identified several suspicious items concealed within a … Continued

CUSTOMS DEPARTMENT SEIZES SIGNIFICANT DRUG SHIPMENT – CALLS FOR PUBLIC SUPPORT

His Majesty’s Customs Department is urging the public to join the fight against illicit drug trafficking following the interception of a major drug operation earlier this week. The significant seizure occurred during a routine inspection on December 10, 2024, when customs officers discovered a large number of packages containing a green vegetable substance suspected to … Continued

RESIDENTS WARNED OVER RISING WHATSAPP SCAMS IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

Residents of the Virgin Islands are being urged to stay alert against a surge in WhatsApp scams targeting individuals through fraudulent messages and hacking attempts. Officials report that scammers are using familiar tactics, such as posing as known contacts and sending fake Zoom meeting links or messages requesting six-digit codes. Once access is gained, scammers … Continued

LESLEY JOUBERT CHARGED IN FATAL SABA ROCK MARINE ACCIDENT

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged 36-year-old South African national Lesley Joubert with manslaughter following a tragic marine accident that claimed the life of Stephen Cross Jr., a 39-year-old resident of St. Thomas, USVI. The incident occurred on the evening of November 22 near Saba Rock. Preliminary investigations revealed that a 21-foot … Continued