Police Arrest Three in BVI Firearms Crackdown; One Charged with Possession

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has arrested three men following a targeted operation in the Threllfall area on Friday, February 7, as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal firearm possession.

Following the operation, authorities formally charged one suspect, George Ollivierre Jr., 32, with Possession of a Prohibited Firearm and two counts of Unlawful Possession of Explosives. Law enforcement officials stated that Ollivierre was found in possession of 35 rounds of .45 caliber ammunition and one round of 9mm ammunition. He remains in police custody pending his appearance before the Magistrate’s Court.

Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool reaffirmed the RVIPF’s commitment to tackling gun-related crimes. “The public is reminded that possessing unlicensed firearms and ammunition is a serious offense, and law enforcement will take all necessary actions to ensure the safety of the community,” Vanterpool stated.

The arrests mark the latest effort by authorities to curb the presence of illegal firearms in the territory, a persistent issue that law enforcement agencies have been aggressively addressing. The RVIPF continues to encourage the public to report any information related to illegal weapons or suspicious activity.

Individuals with relevant information are urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 800-8477 (TIPS) or, for those calling from overseas, at (284) 800-8477. Alternatively, information can be shared confidentially with the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339.