ROAD TOWN, Tortola, Virgin Islands — The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued updates on three separate incidents occurring between 20 and 26 June 2026, ranging from a traffic accident on Beef Island to a reported attempted robbery in Cane Garden Bay and an incident involving a young child in Major Bay.
Police say investigations remain ongoing in all three matters.
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Driver Injured After Beef Island Traffic Incident; Jet Blast Factor Under Review
BEF ISLAND, Virgin Islands — The RVIPF is investigating a traffic incident that occurred on Friday, 26 June 2026, near Beef Island, which resulted in a delivery truck driver being hospitalised.
According to police, officers responded alongside personnel from the BVI Airports Authority Fire and Rescue Service and Emergency Medical Technicians following reports of a collision involving a delivery truck.
Preliminary findings indicate that the driver became trapped inside the vehicle following the incident and had to be extricated by fire officers before being transported to Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital for treatment. He has since been discharged.
Police say the investigation is ongoing, including inquiries into reports that jet blast effects may have contributed to the incident, given the proximity to airport operations.
The RVIPF expressed appreciation to all responding agencies for their coordinated emergency response.
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Child Recovering After Incident at Major Bay Residence; Police and Social Services Investigating
MAJOR BAY, Virgin Islands — The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is investigating an incident involving a young child who sustained injuries at a private residence in Major Bay on Saturday, 20 June 2026.
Emergency services transported the child to Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital for treatment. The child has since been discharged and is recovering in the care of family members.
Police have not released further details regarding the circumstances of the incident, noting that investigations remain ongoing.
The RVIPF confirmed that it is working closely with the Department of Health and Social Development to ensure the family receives appropriate support during the investigation process.
Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward.
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Masked Suspects Flee After Attempted Armed Robbery in Cane Garden Bay
CANE GARDEN BAY, Virgin Islands — Police are investigating an attempted robbery reported in the Cane Garden Bay area during the early hours of Monday, 22 June 2026.
According to preliminary reports, the victim was approached by two masked individuals while entering his vehicle. One of the suspects is believed to have been armed with a firearm.
Despite the confrontation, the victim managed to escape without physical injury.
The RVIPF says investigations are ongoing to identify and locate those responsible and to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Residents are being urged to assist police by providing any relevant information that may support the investigation.
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Public Assistance Requested
The RVIPF is appealing to members of the public for information relating to all three incidents.
Tips can be provided to RVIPF Intelligence at 368-9512 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-8477.
Police thanked the public for their continued cooperation and support as investigations continue across the Territory.