EARLY RELEASE FOR KADEEM & OLEANVINE MAYNARD RAISES QUESTIONS

The federal release dates for Kadeem Stephan Maynard and Oleanvine Pickering Maynard have been suddenly moved up, raising questions about the circumstances behind their early exits from prison. Kadeem Maynard, originally sentenced to 57 months in prison for his role in a cocaine importation conspiracy involving former Premier Andrew Fahie, is now set for release … Continued

RENTAL CARS TARGETED IN OVERNIGHT THEFTS

Authorities are urging heightened public vigilance following an alarming rise in rental vehicle thefts across the Virgin Islands. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is actively investigating the latest incident, in which two vehicles were stolen overnight from MR Rentals in Paraquita Bay. According to police reports, suspects forcefully breached the premises before making … Continued

BAUGHER’S BAY MAN CHARGED AFTER HIGH-SPEED CHASE

A Baugher’s Bay man has been arrested and charged following a high-speed chase that ended in Sea Cows Bay on Monday, February 24, 2025. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) confirmed that Morgan Maduro, 20, has been charged with Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Drug and Reckless and Negligent Act after attempting to evade … Continued

AKEEM HOPKINSON FOUND GUILTY OF THE MURDER OF CATHERINE PICKERING 

It was announced today February 25th, 2025 by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution that Akeem Hopkinson was found guilty of the murder of Catherine Pickering.  The matter involves the robbery of Maricel Pickering of Two Thousand Nine Hundred and Fifty Dollars United States Currency (US$2,950.00) and the unconscionable murder of Catherine Pickering.  … Continued

RVIPF REPORTS PROGRESS IN CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL FIREARMS

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has made significant strides in its efforts to combat illegal firearms and ammunition possession, with officers recovering four firearms and 302 rounds of ammunition within the first six weeks of 2025. Among the recovered weapons was a modified pistol classified as a prohibited weapon, capable of discharging multiple … Continued

ANGUILLA LEADERS CONDEMN RECENT VIOLENT CRIMES – TOO EARLY TO SPECULATE

Anguilla’s governor and premier have stated that it is too early to speculate on the motives behind the island’s recent violent crimes, including the February 17 murder of Virgin Islander Omari Roberts, stressing that ongoing investigations must be allowed to take their course. In a joint statement following a briefing with the Commissioner of Police, … Continued

RVIPF INVESTIGATES GREENLAND SHOOTING INCIDENT – BVIFA ISSUES STATEMENT

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is actively investigating a shooting incident that took place on the public road near Greenland Field, East End, Tortola on Sunday, February 9, 2025, following a football match. According to police reports, three masked individuals approached a group of males shortly after 10:00 p.m. Upon seeing what appeared … Continued