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Suspected Illegal Immigrants Intercepted at Cox Heath, Vessel Flees
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has apprehended a group of individuals suspected to be illegal immigrants.
The group, consisting of seventeen persons, all reportedly Romanian nationals, was discovered in the Cox Heath area of West End Tortola at approximately 8:00 am today, April 19.
Reports indicate that the group was spotted after being dropped off by a go-fast vessel, which swiftly escaped the scene before law enforcement could intercept it. Despite the vessel’s evasion, police managed to detain the suspected illegal immigrants, who are now in the custody of the Department of Immigration.
Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the arrival of the suspected illegal immigrants and the ongoing investigation are expected to emerge as authorities continue their inquiries. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.