The Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital was placed on lockdown last night, July 27, as medical staff attended to a man with wounds consistent with gunshots. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force was notified and an investigation has commenced.More detail to follow.
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Man Killed Execution Style on Tortola
A man was shot and killed in his car during the early morning hours of July 28, 2024, near Road Town Market Square on Tortola. The victim’s identity is known but will be released once his immediate family has been notified. In a separate incident, another man was shot between 9:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.… Continue reading Man Killed Execution Style on Tortola
Man Found Dead in Dinghy Identified as Jamal Freeman
The deceased man found floating in a dinghy early this morning, July 27, was identified as Jamal Freeman. Officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) Marine Unit responded to a report of an unresponsive male drifting on a dinghy between Marina Cay and Great Camanoe shortly after 7 a.m. He was transported to… Continue reading Man Found Dead in Dinghy Identified as Jamal Freeman
Unidentified Black Male Found Dead Floating On Dinghy
Early this Morning July 27, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Marine Department was alerted to the sighting of an unresponsive male drifting on a dinghy between Marina Cay and Great Camanoe shortly after 7 a.m. He was transported to Dr. Orlando Hospital, where he was officially pronounced dead. According to initial reports reaching JTV… Continue reading Unidentified Black Male Found Dead Floating On Dinghy
Miss BVI 2024 Adacia Adonis to Compete in Miss Jaycees Queen Show
Newly crowned Miss British Virgin Islands 2024, Adacia Adonis, will represent the territory at the Miss Jaycees Queen Show 2024. The event, themed “Beauty Unbroken,” will take place on July 31 at 8 p.m., marking the 61st anniversary of the show. The Antigua Recreation Ground (ARG) will host eleven delegates from across the Caribbean, each… Continue reading Miss BVI 2024 Adacia Adonis to Compete in Miss Jaycees Queen Show
Virgin Islands to Kick Off Emancipation Festival with Torchlight Procession
The 70th Anniversary of the Territory’s Emancipation Festival, commemorating 190 years of emancipation activities, will begin with a torchlight procession from the Noel Lloyd Positive Action Movement Park on July 29. The procession, organised by the Department of Culture in collaboration with the BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission, will start at 7:30 p.m. and… Continue reading Virgin Islands to Kick Off Emancipation Festival with Torchlight Procession
RVIPF Officers Celebrated at Auxiliary Police Graduation Ceremony
Several officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) were celebrated for their exemplary service and achievements at the Graduation Ceremony for Auxiliary Police Officers held on 24 July at the Wilson T. Sylvester Recreational Facility. The highlight of the evening was the recognition of DCP Vanterpool, who received the prestigious Best Auxiliary award.… Continue reading RVIPF Officers Celebrated at Auxiliary Police Graduation Ceremony
Miss BVI Pageant VIP Experience Marred by Long Lines, Overcrowded Seating and Poor Service
VIP ticket holders at the Miss British Virgin Islands Pageant, held on July 21 at the Multipurpose Sports Complex, endured long lines, overcrowded seating and subpar service, leading to a public apology from the Miss BVI Committee. In a statement released on July 22, the committee expressed deep regret for the disruptions that impacted the… Continue reading Miss BVI Pageant VIP Experience Marred by Long Lines, Overcrowded Seating and Poor Service
BVI to Host Major Blue Marlin Catch and Release Tournament in Virgin Gorda
The Government of the Virgin Islands, in collaboration with the BVI Tourist Board and North Drop Open, is set to host an exciting fishing tournament focused on the catch and release of blue marlin. This event, scheduled for Friday, August 9, and Saturday, August 10, promises to be a significant boost for the Territory’s tourism… Continue reading BVI to Host Major Blue Marlin Catch and Release Tournament in Virgin Gorda
Deputy Governor David Archer Jr. Assumes Role of Acting Governor
Deputy Governor David Archer Jr. will serve as Acting Governor of the British Virgin Islands until August 10, during the absence of His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce, who is currently out of the Territory. Mr. Archer’s temporary appointment is in line with Section 37 (1) (a) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007. This provision… Continue reading Deputy Governor David Archer Jr. Assumes Role of Acting Governor