Crime/Police
CID Apprehends and Charges Suspects in Recent Burglaries at Family Support Network and Blossoms Florist
The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has successfully apprehended and charged two individuals in connection with recent burglaries at the Family Support Network and Blossoms Florist.
The suspects, Howard Hughes and Glenville Callwood, have been brought before the Magistrate’s Court to face charges.
Howard Hughes, aged 53 and with no fixed place of abode, has been charged with the burglary at the Family Support Network. He appeared before the Magistrate’s Court, where he was remanded to His Majesty’s Prison pending further legal proceedings.
Glenville Callwood, aged 28 and from Baugher’s Bay, has been charged with the burglary at Blossoms Florist. He was granted bail in the amount of $5,000 and is scheduled to appear at the Magistrate’s Court on October 11, 2023.
Acting Commissioner of Police, St. Clair Amory, expressed his satisfaction with the swift and decisive action taken by the CID in apprehending and charging the suspects. He commended the officers involved for their persistence and dedication to combating crime, emphasizing that their efforts provide reassurance to the community that offenders will be brought to justice.
In light of these developments, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force encourages anyone with information related to any burglaries to come forward. Individuals can call the Crime Stoppers line at 800-8477 (TIPS) or, if located overseas, dial 1-284-800-8477 to provide relevant information. Additionally, the RVIPF Intelligence Unit can be contacted at 368-9339.
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has confirmed that Tarik Aaron was arrested shortly before midnight on Friday, April 17, on extradition orders issued by authorities in the United States Virgin Islands, and has since appeared before the Magistrate’s Court.
According to police, the arrest was carried out in connection with a request from USVI authorities, though further details have not been disclosed.
Aaron appeared before the Magistrate’s Court today and was denied bail.
Further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
Crime/Police
Two Men Arrested in Free Bottom After Police Recover Modified Firearm, Drugs and Ammunition
Dalfree Rodriguez De La Rosa, 22, of Hannah’s Estate, Tortola, and John Harvey, 33, of Purcell Estate, Tortola, were arrested on April 16, after officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) recovered a modified firearm, cannabis and ammunition during a stop-and-check operation in Free Bottom, police said.
According to the RVIPF, officers on patrol conducted the stop and discovered a Glock pistol, a quantity of cannabis and 13 rounds of .45 caliber ammunition. The firearm was later identified as a prohibited weapon that had been modified for fully automatic fire.
De La Rosa has been charged with possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply, possession of explosives and possession of a prohibited firearm. Harvey has been charged with possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply.
Acting Commissioner Kenrick Davis, speaking on behalf of the Senior Command Team, commended the officers involved in the operation.
“Their continued professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to duty have significantly contributed to the safety and security of our community,” Davis said.
The RVIPF said the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to address illegal firearms and drug-related activity across the Territory.
Six new police vehicles have been added to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) fleet as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen law enforcement capacity in the Territory.
The force stated that the vehicles will support policing operations by improving mobility, response times and visibility across communities in the Virgin Islands.
“These additions form part of our continued efforts to enhance operational capacity and visibility across our communities,” the RVIPF said in a statement.
The vehicles are expected to be deployed on roads throughout the Territory as they begin active patrols in support of law enforcement duties.
The RVIPF also indicated that additional vehicles are expected to arrive in the coming months, further expanding the resources available to officers.
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