FAT HOGS BAY, TORTOLA — Two men have been charged following the seizure of more than 547 kilograms of suspected cocaine, an AR-style rifle and 26 rounds of ammunition during a police operation in Fat Hogs Bay, East End.
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) said the seizure occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27, when officers executed a search warrant at a residence in the area.
During the operation, officers reportedly discovered an AR-style rifle and 26 rounds of 5.62-calibre ammunition.
Further searches of the premises uncovered 19 duffle bags containing suspected cocaine, with a combined weight of approximately 547 kilograms and an estimated street value exceeding $54 million.
Two men who were present at the residence, 34-year-old Miller Se Quonne Moulon and 26-year-old Khalifa Turnbull, were arrested and subsequently charged.
The charges are:
- Possession of a Prohibited Firearm
- Unlawful Possession of Explosives
- Possession of a Controlled Drug
- Possession of a Controlled Drug with Intent to Supply
Both men remain in police custody pending their appearance before the Magistrate’s Court.
POLICE COMMISSIONER COMMENDS OFFICERS
Acting Commissioner of Police Richard Ullger commended the officers involved in the operation, describing the seizure as a significant achievement in the Force’s efforts to combat serious and organised crime.
He said the recovery of the suspected cocaine, firearm and ammunition demonstrated the RVIPF’s commitment to disrupting drug trafficking and the illegal possession of firearms.
Ullger also urged members of the public to continue providing information that could assist police investigations and help keep the Territory safe.
The RVIPF said it remains committed to proactive operations aimed at disrupting criminal networks, removing illegal firearms and drugs from circulation, and safeguarding communities throughout the Virgin Islands.
Members of the public with information relating to illegal drugs, firearms or other criminal activities are encouraged to contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9512 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 800-8477 (TIPS).
Police said all information will be treated with the strictest confidence.