Crime/Police
Nyron Erickson Slapped with 21 Charges
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has officially charged Nyron Erickson with a total of 21 criminal offences.
On Thursday, September 21, 31-year-old Erickson, a resident of West End, Tortola, was charged with seven counts of Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, eleven counts of Keeping a Firearm Without a License, two counts of Possession of a Controlled Drug with Intent to Supply Another, and one count of Possession of the Proceeds of Criminal Conduct.
Erickson remains in police custody as he awaits his appearance at the Magistrate’s Court during the next available sitting.
Erickson was detained by the RVIPF on Tuesday evening as he stepped off the ferry from the United States Virgin Islands after spending six months in federal custody on drug trafficking charges.
Local law enforcement officers on September 20 placed Erickson in custody but did not reveal the reason for his detention.
On February 27, the British Virgin Islands resident was extradited to the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) after unsuccessful appeals in the local Court of Appeal and in the United Kingdom Privy Council.
He surrendered to the RVIPF on August 30, 2020, and for more than two years fought his extradition to the USVI to face charges including conspiracy to launder monetary instruments from outside of the United States and conspiracy to conceal more than $10,000 from outside the United States.
After six months in federal custody prosecutors dismissed the case against Erickson.
The arrest and subsequent charges against Erickson are the result of ongoing investigations into high-level organized criminal activities involving interconnected individuals. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) says they are committed to thoroughly investigating and addressing organized criminal activities within the territory, with the utmost priority being the safety and security of the community.
The RVIPF says as the investigation progresses, further updates will be provided to the public.
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has launched an investigation following an armed robbery at a popular bar in the Sea Cows Bay area late Monday night.
According to police, a group of armed individuals entered the establishment on the night of May 12, demanding valuables from patrons and staff. While no injuries were reported, the incident has raised concerns about safety in the usually tranquil community.
Officers responded to the scene and are actively working to identify those involved. The RVIPF has confirmed that investigators are maintaining close contact with key witnesses and gathering critical information as the inquiry continues.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the robbery or who has relevant information to come forward. Tips can be provided confidentially to the Intelligence Unit at 368-9339, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 800-8477 (TIPS) or from overseas at (284) 800-8477.
A man believed to be mentally challenged was apprehended yesterday, May 8, for allegedly breaking and entering. While it is unclear whose property was involved or when the incident occurred, a voice in the video of the encounter is heard saying, “You hungry, ask for food, you don’t break into people’s houses.”
JTV understands that the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has been made aware of the matter. Further details will be provided as they become available.
A 22-year-old man has been charged in connection with a late-night shooting outside a popular nightclub in Free Bottom. Following reports of gunfire in the area on Monday, April 28, 2024, officers arrested Jamari Scatliffe of John’s Hole, who now faces charges of possession of a firearm with intent to put another in fear, unlawful possession of explosives, and attempted robbery.
According to initial reports, officers responded to the scene shortly after 1:45 a.m., where two masked individuals allegedly approached a group near the nightclub, prompting one person to flee inside. The masked assailants then fired several rounds before escaping.
A subsequent search of the area recovered eight spent shell casings, including five .223 caliber and three .40 caliber rounds.
Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool commended the swift action by officers, stressing the department’s commitment to public safety.
“Gun violence has no place in our community,” Vanterpool said. “The swift action by officers to investigate and bring charges in this matter reflects our continued commitment to ensuring public safety. We thank those who have already come forward and continue to urge anyone with information to do the right thing.”
The RVIPF is encouraging anyone with information related to this or other crimes to contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-8477 or from overseas at (284) 800-8477.
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