Crime/Police
Premier Natalio Wheatley Sends Condolences To The Family Of Detective Paul France
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley has sent his condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Detective Paul France, who was this morning found dead in a submerged vehicle near the waterfront of the Queen Elizabeth II Park on Tortola.
Detective France, a British citizen and highly respected member of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), dedicated almost forty years of his life to serving and protecting communities here and in the United Kingdom.
His untimely passing has sent shockwaves throughout the territory.
Premier Wheatley, on behalf of the government and the people of the British Virgin Islands, offered his heartfelt sympathies to France’s family during this difficult time, adding that it is “an unfortunate situation, and something we would never like to see. Officers who are serving and keeping the BVI safe it certainly is tragic and on behalf of the people of the Virgin Islands we send condolences to that officer’s family.
This morning, October 7,
s concerned passerby noticed tracks leading towards the Caribbean Sea, and upon closer examination found Detective France’s white Kia Soul submerged in the sea and called the RVIPF.
The Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service was also on the scene.
The officer was found unresponsive in the vehicle.
The RVIPF is investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Anyone with relevant information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit on 368-9339.
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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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