Crime/Police
Governor Pruce Suspends RVIPF Commissioner Recruitment, Citing Evolving Security Needs
Governor Daniel Pruce has announced the suspension of the recruitment process for a new Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), citing the changing and increasingly complex security challenges facing the Territory. Governor Pruce explained that this decision would allow the RVIPF to refine its leadership requirements to better meet these demands.
“We began the recruitment process earlier this year, aiming to have a new Commissioner in place by the end of November,” Pruce stated. “However, after careful consideration, I have decided to suspend that process.”
The decision will create a temporary leadership gap following the conclusion of Commissioner Mark Collins’ contract next month. Governor Pruce indicated that he will rely on the senior leadership team within the RVIPF to ensure continuity during the interim period. Additionally, he plans to “seek additional reinforcements at the senior level” to support the team through this transition.
Governor Daniel Pruce
In explaining his decision, Governor Pruce referred to an ongoing law enforcement review conducted by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary, Fire, and Rescue Services. The review’s first volume has already delivered 138 recommendations, many of which impact the RVIPF, with further recommendations expected in a second volume due in the coming months. “These recommendations will shape the future of the RVIPF for years to come,” Pruce noted.
The evolving nature of the Territory’s security needs has shifted the qualities now required for the next Commissioner, Pruce explained. “We need someone who can lead a mission-critical organisation through a complex strategic transformation while delivering improved operational outcomes,” he said. “The assessments have shown that the qualities required in this role differ from those we initially sought.”
As a result, the recruitment process will be redefined with updated qualifications and skills before relaunching. “I intend to begin the new process as soon as possible,” Pruce added, thanking those who had already applied and inviting them to reapply under the new specifications.
This announcement comes as the RVIPF and other law enforcement agencies confront increasing security challenges across the Territory. “The police are at the centre of our security efforts,” Pruce said, describing the appointment of a new Commissioner as “likely the single most important security decision I will make during my tenure as Governor.”
Governor Pruce concluded with a direct message to RVIPF officers, recognising their dedication and commitment. “You are a remarkable body of committed men and women who deserve outstanding leadership. I owe it to you, and to all the people of the Virgin Islands, to ensure I get it right,” he affirmed.
Sources report that Deputy Commissioners Jacqueline Vanterpool and St. Clair Amory were among those who applied for the position.
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.
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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