The British Virgin Islands has recorded its first homicide of 2026 following a fatal shooting in the Huntums Ghut area during the early hours of Monday, July 6.
The deceased has been identified as K’Moi Walters.
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) confirmed it is investigating the incident as a homicide after Walters was shot and transported to the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital for treatment. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, he later succumbed to his injuries.
Police have not disclosed the circumstances surrounding the shooting, and investigations remain ongoing.
The killing marks the Territory’s first recorded murder of the year, ending a period of more than six months without a homicide.
The RVIPF said additional information will be released as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with information that may assist investigators is urged to contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9512 or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-8477.