Crime/Police
Police Raid Uncovers Illegal Firearm in Hannah’s Estate, Shawn Morris Jr Arrested
Officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) uncovered a firearm and a cache of ammunition on Thursday, February 15, after executing a search warrant at a residence in Hannah’s Estate. The raid was conducted as part of ongoing investigations into multiple serious offenses around the Territory.
The discovery led to the immediate arrest of Shawn Morris Jr., a 21-year-old resident of Hannah’s Estate. Morris faces charges of Possession of a Prohibited Weapon and Possession of Explosives, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
Morris is slated to appear before the Magistrate’s Court at the next available sitting.
Authorities urge individuals with any information regarding illegal firearms to come forward. Confidential tips can be submitted through the Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-8477 (TIPS) or internationally at 1-284-800-8477. Additionally, the RVIPF Intelligence Unit can be reached at 368-9339, ensuring anonymity for those who assist in combating firearm-related crimes.