1 MALE ARRESTED BUT NO WEAPONS FOUND AT ESHS ASSURES NSC – 1 FAKE GUN FOUND OFF CAMPUS

The National Security Council (NSC) has confirmed that no firearms or deadly weapons were found to be on the premises of the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) on Monday, following a disruptive dispute between students of the school which reportedly occurred over “a stolen bike”. The NSC held an emergency meeting on Monday to discuss … Continued

PRISON OFFICER IN STABLE NON-LIFE-THREATENING CONDITION

The prison officer who was shot during Monday’s bizarre shooting incident that involved a vehicle from His Majesty’s Prison is said to be in a stable non-life-threatening condition at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital. The update came following a National Security Council (NSC) meeting on Monday which was held to discuss the incident and … Continued

POLICE CALLED TO ESHS FOLLOWING FIGHT BETWEEN STUDENTS

Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) were called to the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) on Monday, following a large brawl between students of the school. Initial reports allege that the incident involved two students of the school. UPDATE The incident resulted in some students becoming fearful and requesting to be dismissed … Continued

1 FEMALE IS RECEIVING TREATMENT AT THE HOSPITAL AFTER PRISON BUS SHOOTING INCIDENT – CONDITION UNKNOWN

The Royal Virgin Islands Police (RVIPF) has confirmed that a female was injured in this morning’s shooting incident that involved a vehicle from His Majesty’s Prison (HMP). The confirmation came in a statement to the media on Monday which stated that the female’s condition was unknown at the time of the publication. “The RVIPF can … Continued

TEAM BVI CONTINUES TO SHINE AT FGC IN SINGAPORE

Team BVI, representing the British Virgin Islands at the First Global Challenge robotics competition in Singapore, has been making waves with their remarkable achievements and historic participation. Team BVI made a grand entrance at the Opening Ceremony, showcasing their vibrant cultural wear and proudly marked as the first-ever team from the BVI to participate in … Continued

ANEGADA WELCOMES A NEW CHILDREN’S PLAYGROUND

The Anegada Children’s Playground promises to be a source of joy and development for the island’s children, offering a safe and engaging space for them to play, learn, and grow. The playground opened its gates following a recent handover and plaque unveiling ceremony organized by the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA). In a statement, the … Continued

CONDOLENCES SENT TO THE FAMILY OF DETECTIVE FRANCE

Heartfelt condolences have been sent to the family of Police Detective Paul France after he was identified as the person found in the submerged vehicle in Road Town, Tortola early on Saturday. Commissioner of Police Mark Collins conveyed his condolences to Detective France’s family and expressed his gratitude to the members of the public who … Continued

PREMIER PRAISES VI EDUCATORS

On October 5th 2023, the Government and people of the Virgin Islands joined the global community in celebrating World Teachers’ Day, an annual event held to honour educators for their dedication and commitment to nurturing well-rounded citizens. This year’s theme, “The Teachers We Need For The Education We Want: The Global Imperative To Reverse The … Continued