The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is strengthening collaboration with regional and international partners as it works to improve efficiency, tackle emerging crimes, and ensure value for money for the public. Interim commissioner, Richard Ullger made the disclose while speaking at a Rotary Club meeting on the force’s future direction, he highlighted the importance … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has arrested and charged a 30-year-old man in connection with an assault involving a minor, an incident that has drawn widespread public concern following the circulation of a video on social media. Police confirmed in a statement on Wednesday that the matter was reported on January 15 and … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a wanted bulletin for 33-year-old Jazz Freeman, who is being sought for questioning in connection with the alleged possession of an illegal firearm, explosives, and controlled drugs. According to police, Freeman is described as a Black male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, with a medium … Continued
A significant blow was dealt to gun-related crime on Tuesday, when officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) carried out a targeted search operation at a residence in the Fahie Hill area. During the operation, officers seized an illegal firearm along with several rounds of ammunition. One male was arrested at the scene … Continued
With overall crime up by 13 percent this year, gun violence has emerged as a primary concern in the Virgin Islands, according to Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police Kenrick Davis. He said this issue, alongside a surge in domestic violence, will be central topics at the upcoming inaugural Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit, scheduled for 24–26 … Continued
During a recent radio programme, talking points. Acting Commissioner of police Jaqueline Vanterpool spoke on the upcoming crime summit being planned. She vowed the RVIPF support for the innovative summit where her team would address the public. Premier and leader of Government business, who also sits on the National Security Council Dr. Hon. Natalio Wheatley … Continued
Several officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force were injured during a high‑risk drug recovery mission in Virgin Gorda that led to the arrest of seven individuals and the seizure of cocaine worth an estimated $144 million. The intelligence-led operation, which took place from June 17 to 18, 2025. During a recent interview on talking points … Continued
Jose Almestica has been convicted on all charges following a unanimous verdict delivered by a High Court jury earlier today, according to published reports. He was convicted of possessing cocaine and marijuana for distribution, unlawful possession of prohibited firearms, and explosive material. The charges arose from a police sweep of The Reef, a house at … Continued
Popular TV Media Cathyolivia “Cathy” Rirchards of JTV has been found guilty on a count of uttering forged documents stemming from an incident in 2021. Meanwhile her co-worker Hitesh Yadram has been found not guilty on two counts of the same. The verdicts were handed down on Tuesday, leaving Richards reportedly in consolable at the … Continued
Amid active investigations into three fatal shootings this year, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has confirmed it lacks the capacity to conduct local ballistic testing and faces inconsistent access to surveillance footage across the affected areas. The victims Quentin Noel , Nyron Erickson, and Eric Albert, were killed in separate incidents in Purcell, West … Continued
