Crime/Police

Andrew Fahie Co-Defendant Kadeem Maynard Set To Plead Guilty To Drug Trafficking And Money Laundering

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2 years ago

May 23, 2023

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In a surprise move, Former British Virgin Islands Premier Andrew Fahie’s co-defendant Kadeem Maynard in the Drug Enforce Administration (DEA) drug trafficking, money laundering and racketeering case is set to plead guilty in a Federal Court in the United States

Reports are that the son of former Ports Authority Director Oleanvine Maynard, who is also a co-defendant in the DEA case, change of plea hearing is set for June 12.

The motion was filed in a Miami Federal Court on May 22, and prosecutors have until June 10 to submit their sentencing recommendations.

Kadeem Maynard, also known as Blacka, had originally pleaded not guilty during his first court appearance in 2022. He has been in custody for just over a year.

Fahie, and the two Maynards are charged with conspiring to import more than five kilos of cocaine into the United States and conspiring to launder $700,000.

The female Maynard and Fahie were arrested at the Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport in Florida on April 28, 2022.

Thirty-two-year-old Kadeem was detained in St Thomas, United States Virgin Islands and later deported to the United States mainland.

While the former First Electoral District Representative and chairman of the Virgin Islands Party, was granted one million dollars bail – $500,000 cash and $500,00 surety – and lives in his daughters’ two-bedroom apartment in Florida with an ankle monitor, the Maynards have remained in police custody since their arrest which made global headlines.

The trio had planned to use the territory as a transit point for trafficking drugs and potentially guns to the United States mainland.

They were arrested in April last year after undercover agents gathered months of evidence, including recordings.

Reports are that Kadeem Maynard change of plea is part of a deal struck with federal prosecutors.

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Multiple Arrests Made for Offenses Ranging from Criminal Damage to Immigration Violations

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2 days ago

December 13, 2024

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The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has reported a series of arrests across the territory, highlighting a diverse range of criminal charges as law enforcement continues to crack down on illegal activities.

Tyler Harrigan, 26, of North Sound, Virgin Gorda, was charged with criminal damage, armed with an offensive weapon, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Authorities have not disclosed specific details of the incident leading to the charges.

In a separate case, Kelvin Eleuthere, 27, of Soper’s Hole, West End, was arrested on November 15 and charged with harboring a person, a serious offense under local law.

Also on November 15, Shamar John, 47, was charged for overstaying his landing permit, a violation of immigration regulations.

Meanwhile, on November 11, Kelliel Mala, 26, of the US Virgin Islands, was charged with disorderly conduct following an altercation.

Additionally, a 12-year-old minor was charged with indecent language on November 22.

Each of the accused individuals is scheduled to face court proceedings in the coming months.

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RVIPF Report Multiple Assault Arrests Across the Territory

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2 days ago

December 13, 2024

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The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has arrested several individuals in connection with various assault incidents, including attacks on civilians and law enforcement officers.

On November 1, Julian Peters of Free Bottom was arrested and charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm. He was granted bail of $5,000 and is scheduled to appear in court on December 17. Later in the month, on November 29, police arrested Tresley Chewitt, 41, of Windy Hill, Virgin Gorda, for a separate assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Chewitt was granted bail of $10,000 and will appear in court on January 20, 2025.

In incidents involving law enforcement, Ernest Williams, 31, of Virgin Gorda, and Shem Letteen, 53, of East End, were both arrested on November 23 for assaulting police officers, resisting arrest, and obstruction. Both men were granted bail of $3,000 and are expected to appear in court on January 16, 2025.

Authorities continue to encourage the public to cooperate with investigations and report any incidents of violence or threats to public safety.

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Police Ramp Up Arrests for Firearm and Explosives Offenses Across the Territory

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2 days ago

December 13, 2024

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The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has arrested several individuals in connection with firearm and explosives offenses in a series of incidents spanning November.

On November 29, officers arrested Luiz Guerra Bethelmy, 45, of Great Mountain, and Dania Livari Castello. Both face charges of keeping a firearm without a license and unlawful possession of explosives.

Earlier in the month, on November 17, police apprehended 20-year-old Daniel Maduro of Long Bush. Maduro was charged with carrying a firearm without a license and unlawful possession of explosives.

In a separate incident on November 15, authorities arrested Richard Baronville, 32, of Long Bush, and Kahlim Smith, 24, of Nottingham Estate. Both men face charges of possession of a prohibited firearm and unlawful possession of explosives.

Most recently, on November 30, police charged Keanus Smart, 18, of Free Bottom, with possession of a firearm with intent to commit an indictable offense and unlawful possession of explosives.

The RVIPF is urging members of the public to report any suspicious activity.