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Official Funeral for Former Legislator Vernon Malone Set for June 22
The official funeral for esteemed former legislator, Mr. Vernon Malone, QPM, LLB, CPA, will be held on Saturday, June 22, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex. This event will honour Mr. Malone’s distinguished service and contributions to the community.
Mr. Malone’s body will lie in state at the House of Assembly on Thursday, June 20. The public is invited to pay their respects from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on that day.
The official funeral proceedings will begin with a procession on Saturday, June 22, starting from the House of Assembly at 8:30 a.m., leading to the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex. A pre-service is scheduled for 9:00 a.m., with the funeral service commencing at 10:00 a.m. Following the service, Mr. Malone will be interred at his family’s burial site in Brewer’s Bay.
To mark the occasion, official flags will be flown at half-mast on June 22 at all Government buildings throughout the Territory.
Mr. Malone, who passed away at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital on Saturday, May 4, at the age of 76, held numerous prestigious titles and accolades throughout his lifetime. He was an attorney at law, a recipient of the Queen’s Police Medal, and served in all three branches of government. His roles included Principal Crown Counsel at the Attorney General Chambers (Judicial, 1989), the first local Commissioner of Police (Executive, 1991), and a member of the House of Assembly (Legislative, 2007).
The Government of the Virgin Islands extends its condolences to the family and friends of the late Vernon Malone, honouring his legacy and contributions as a dedicated public servant and cherished son of the soil.
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RVIPF Seizes High-Powered Firearms in Major Crime Crackdown
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has recovered three high-powered firearms from two separate incidents this week.
On Monday, June 24, RVIPF officers, acting on specific intelligence, attempted to stop a Kia Soul in the Johnsons Ghut area.
Upon seeing the officers, the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot. During a subsequent search of the vehicle, officers discovered two prohibited firearms: a Micro Draco 7.62 calibre rifle and a 5.56 calibre rifle equipped with a silencer. A substantial amount of ammunition was also recovered. Efforts to identify and locate the driver are ongoing.
Two days later, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, RVIPF officers conducted a stop-and-check operation in the Huntum’s Ghut area. During the operation, a vehicle search revealed a 0.40 calibre pistol with several .40 rounds of ammunition. Additionally, several items suspected to have been stolen were seized. Three male suspects were arrested and remain in police custody as the investigation proceeds.
Commissioner of Police, Mr. Mark Collins, praised the officers for their bravery and unwavering dedication to reducing crime and safeguarding the community. “These recoveries highlight the relentless commitment of our officers to ensure the safety and security of the Virgin Islands. We will continue to act on intelligence and conduct operations to remove illegal firearms from our streets.”
The RVIPF urges anyone with information related to these incidents to contact the Crime Stoppers line confidentially at 800-8477 (TIPS) or, for international calls, 1-284-800-8477. The RVIPF Intelligence Unit can also be reached at 284-368-9339. Even seemingly minor information could prove crucial in solving these crimes and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
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