The V.I. Dept. of Health Wednesday night reported 2,875 active Covid-19 infections, up 382 from Tuesday’s 2,493 cases. The spread is led by the weaker but highly contagious Omicron variant of Covid-19, which is now the dominant strain in the U.S. Virgin Islands, sidelining the deadly Delta variant. According to D.O.H. data, St. Thomas accounted … Continued
The hashtag #loganstrong is one that has become known to residents and friends all across the Virgin Islands and beyond. That is because the story of baby Logan Cruz is one that truly epitomizes strength. As the toddler who hails from St. Croix continues to fight an aggressive form of cancer, family, friends Virgin Islanders … Continued
The staff at the Social Security Board and NHI offices are said to be presently operating on a shift team system until further notice due to the limited number of staff brought on by Covid-19 cases. The shift team system has been implemented by the agency to better manage staff and any possible Coivd-19 exposure … Continued
INSIDER George Floyd’s four-year-old grandniece was shot at an apartment building in his hometown early New Year’s Day, according to local reports. Family members identified the child as four-year-old Arianna Delane and said she was struck several times around 3 a.m. inside the building located in Houston, Texas, KTRK-TV and the Houston Chronicle reported. “My … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM As Covid-19 active cases continue to surge in this wave of infection, V.I. health officials are reporting that there is a significant number of children under five who are becoming infected with the virus and are requiring hospitalization. “We are seeing higher rates of Covid-19 among pediatric ages including newborn, infant and toddlers … Continued
Virgin Gorda Police Officers are asking for assistance from the community in identifying the dogs that attacked and injured a female resident near the Taddy Bay International Airport in Virgin Gorda on New Year’s morning. A search by officers for the dogs or a possible owner proved futile after the attack that left the victim … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM ST. THOMAS — A woman who was shot in the chest during the Dec. 4 robbery and shooting at the Glitter’s Jewelry Store at the Havensight Mall died Sunday, Police Commissioner Ray Martinez has confirmed to the Consortium. The victim, identified as 56-year-old Gregorianna Julien, was an innocent patron shopping for items when … Continued
Planned operations over the weekend by officers of the Road Policing Unit and the Armed Response Team resulted in the confiscation of five motor scooters with loud mufflers, and five scooter-related tickets – two for riding without a crash helmet and loud from muffler and two for failing to stop at a traffic light and … Continued
Recapping on a very active year for the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force. Commissioner of Police Mark Collins shared his gratitude to officers and staff for the great achievements in 2021 in an email to members of staff of the Royal Virgin Islands Police force. He noted that the collective work has resulted in a … Continued
Travel Off Path The State Department has urged all Americans traveling overseas to “make contingency plans”. The statement comes as nations worldwide fight the Omicron variant as case numbers rise globally. “U.S. citizens who do choose to travel internationally should make contingency plans, as they may have to remain in a foreign country longer than … Continued
