Crime/Police
Cargo Dispute In Anegada Leads to Heated Confrontation Between Captain and Residents
An incident involving a physical altercation between the captain and crew of a ferry service and Anegada residents is reportedly under investigation by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
The confrontation unfolded yesterday afternoon, November 29, 2023, upon the passenger ferry’s arrival at Setting Point Dock.
Multiple sources confirm that the fight erupted following a heated verbal exchange over cargo handling between the captain and island residents.
One resident expressed longstanding frustrations, stating, “This is overbearing. Anegada residents have had enough. We’ve been facing issues, especially with this particular captain, who always speaks aggressively, curses, and mishandles our cargo.”
Eyewitnesses allege that the dispute intensified when the captain was accused of carelessly “tossing” cargo off the ferry. A witness described the situation, saying, “The man was tossing everything without care, and after he pitched off a box with fragile content, the owner rebuked him. They were both in each other’s face, and the captain put his hand on the resident, who retaliated, and chaos ensued.”
According to others, a second resident was attacked while attempting to retrieve his cargo, allegedly assaulted by another member of the ferry crew. “He put his hand on the wrong man. He got what he had coming,” remarked an observer.
In the midst of the altercation, it is reported that the Dock Master was knocked unconscious while attempting, alongside others, to separate the feuding parties.
JTV has learned that officers from the RVIPF swiftly intervened, bringing an end to the brawl and initiating a comprehensive investigation into the incident.
The fugitive known as John Dawn Emmanuel, also identified as Brent Dain Danglade and the alias “Small Brent,” who was first named by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) in connection with the May 2025 murder of Nyron Erickson in Tortola, is now also being sought by authorities in Sint Maarten in relation to a separate double homicide investigation.
JTV News will continue following developments in this major regional manhunt.
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.
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