Crime/Police
Police Officer Charged Over Internal Security Breach
A Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) officer has been charged following an internal investigation into a significant security breach that compromised a planned police operation in November 2024.
The investigation culminated in the arrest of Police Constable Earlando Baynes, who has been charged with Breach of Trust by a Public Officer. Baynes is set to appear before the Magistrates’ Court in the coming days to face the charges.
The breach, involving the unauthorised disclosure of sensitive information, jeopardised the success of the operation and raised serious concerns about the integrity of law enforcement protocols. In response, the RVIPF launched a comprehensive inquiry led by a specialist internal team to establish the source and extent of the compromise.
Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool reaffirmed the RVIPF’s commitment to transparency and accountability. “The RVIPF remains resolute in upholding the highest standards of integrity and transparency,” Vanterpool stated. “We are determined to eradicate corruption within our ranks and ensure the public’s trust in our law enforcement capabilities.”
The RVIPF has assured the public that it will continue to act decisively against breaches of trust, reiterating its commitment to safeguarding the force’s integrity and ensuring the safety of the community.