The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is investigating two recent reports of gunfire within the Territory.In the early hours of Friday, August 15, officers responded to reports of shots fired in the Long Look area following an anonymous call received. Upon arrival, officers found multiple signs of recent firearm discharges. A number of impact marks, consistent with bullet holes, were also observed on the outer structure of a residence. Forensic officers processed the scene, and a compreh...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) Marine Branch intercepted a vessel shortly after midnight on Wednesday, August 20, while conducting routine patrols.During the operation the vessel was brought to a complete stop and a search was conducted. A semi-automatic Glock pistol was recovered along with two magazines containing several rounds of ammunition.Three individuals were found on board and were transported to the Road Town Police Station for questioning.Acting Commissioner of Police J...

The Rotary Club of Central Tortola has been awarded the Membership Action Plan (MAP) Membership Achievement Award for the 2024/25 Rotary year, in recognition of its outstanding success in growing and strengthening its membership.In a congratulatory letter dated August 1, 2025, George Robertson-Burnett, Chair of Rotary International Zones 33/34 Membership Action Plan, and Rotary International Director Patrick Eakespraised the Club’s leadership, creativity, and commitment...

An image of a destroyed Banco Popular ATM is not affiliated with Banco Popular in neither the US or British Virgin Islands. Our newsroom was able to confirm with head of the bank Mr. Darren Vanterpool, who confirmed an incident that occurred a few days ago in Puerto Nuevo, Pier Rico. https://www.instagram.com/p/DNY4QuesC3y/?igsh=MW54MTM5bmdiNDg4ZQ==The information shared noted:‘Caught red-handed in the mass that was dismantling an ATH.Police from the Hato Rey precinct caught a ma...

Jamal Jones of the British Virgin Islands was killed yesterday morning, Friday 15th August 2025 in a horrific vehicular incident on the I-44 in Missouri, USA. Information released is that just after 5:30 a.m., yesterday morning, Lawrence County authorities notified MSHP about a crash on eastbound I-44 near Mt. Vernon. MSHP Troop D Sgt. Mike McClure said that an eastbound passenger car had hit a deer on the road. The vehicle stopped in the driving lane and one of the passengers got out ...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has launched a three-week Community Policing Training initiative aimed at transforming how officers engage with the community, enhancing trust, and proactively preventing crime. The training will run in one-week cohorts, with the first cohort commencing on Monday, 11th August.The program, led by distinguished experts from The Officium Training Limited of Trinidad and Tobago, embodies Acting Commissioner of Police Mrs. Jacqueline Vanterpool’s st...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is investigating a serious stabbing that occurred in Road Town at approximately 5:00 p.m. on 8 August 2025, leaving one male in critical condition. The victim remains hospitalised and is receiving urgent medical care.Following swift police action, 43-year-old Wakima Lettsome was arrested shortly after the incident. He has since been charged with Wounding with Intent and Common Assault and remains in custody pending the next a...

Following two separate firearm seizures during the Festival period, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged two individuals in connection with the incidents.On August 2, 2025, Miguel Weekes, 32, of West End, was arrested following a targeted operation. Officers observed suspicious behaviour and, after maintaining surveillance, approached Weekes outside a nightclub where a search revealed a Glock 9mm semi-automatic pistol and 10 rounds of 9mm ammunition.On August 4, 2025, Kei-An...

The July cohort of the 2025 BVI Tourism Summer Internship Programme has concluded with enthusiastic reviews from student participants and praise from partner hospitality businesses. As the first month wrapped up, the BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) welcomed the August group of interns with renewed excitement.Now in its second...