Several Arrests, No Charges in Anegada Drug Bust

Two weeks after the discovery of a significant amount of cocaine aboard a Cessna aircraft at the Auguste George Airport in Anegada, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has reported that no major breakthrough has been made in the case, particularly in relation to charges.

On August 19, approximately 800 kilograms of cocaine were found aboard the abandoned aircraft at the airport.

The RVIPF stated that several persons of interest have been arrested and interviewed over the past week but have since been released. Additionally, search warrants have been executed on several properties on the island.

Acting Commissioner of Police, St. Clair Amory, commended all officers involved in the seizures and expressed gratitude to members of the public who have provided assistance and are willing to assist in the ongoing investigation.

Due to the ongoing and sensitive nature of the investigations, no further information can be disclosed at this time. Individuals with any relevant information regarding this incident are urged to contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339.

All information will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.