Kyle Baronville Charged With Crabbe Lot Shooting Incident

Thirty-four-year-old Kyle Baronville has been charged with discharging a loaded gun with intent to arm another on October 3 in Crabbe Lot on Tortola.

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) on October 7 confirmed that Baronville, a resident of Carrot Bay, also on Tortola, discharged a gun in an attempt to harm another just after 9 p.m. on October 3.

He was apprehended by detectives after Crabbe Lot residents reported hearing gunshots in the community.

Baronville is also charged with carrying an unlicensed firearm, possession of a firearm with the intent to endanger life, and unlawful possession of explosives.

Police Commissioner Mark Collins today reiterated the RVIPF’s commitment to solving gun-related offenses.

“I want to emphasise the seriousness with which we are treating this incident. The safety and security of our community are paramount, and we will not tolerate such dangerous activities within our community,” Commissioner Collins said, and urged persons “with relevant information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit on 368-9339. All provided information will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.”

The cooperation and assistance of the community is crucial in keeping the territory safe, RVIPF added.