BRAZEN ARMED ROBBERY ON FLEMMING STREET

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has confirmed an armed robbery occurred this morning at the Aladdin Store on Flemming Street in Road Town, Tortola.

Details are still developing regarding the incident. However, there are unconfirmed reports from people nearby that gunshots may have been fired during the robbery.

Video circulating on social media shows a lone gunman standing guard outside the store at the time of the incident.

The RVIPF has not yet confirmed if any shots were fired or if there were any injuries sustained during the robbery.

The RVIPF is expected to provide further confirmed details and an official statement as the investigation progresses.