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August 26th, 2025
'Vetting process remains open & ongoing'- Governor Pruce

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Despite the High Court handing down an injunction against certain aspects of the controversial vetting process of police officers by Governor Daniel Pruce earlier this month, the governor continues to forge ahead with the initiative.

August 23rd, 2025
‘Remove & secure license plates’ of vehicles not in use- RVIPF

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Vehicle owners with vehicles not in regular use are being advised by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) to remove and secure license plates to prevent them from being used in criminal activities.

August 21st, 2025
RVIPF investigating reports of gunfire in Long Look & VG

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Two recent reports of gunfire in the Territory are actively being investigated by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).

August 21st, 2025
Illegal firearm & ammunition recovered during a routine marine operation

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed the recovery of an illegal firearm and ammunition by the Marine Branch yesterday, Wednesday, August 20, 2025, during a routine patrol.

August 15th, 2025
Community policing training launched to enhance community engagement

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has stated that effective policing relies on presence, engagement, and trust, and residents should know their officers not only during crises but also as visible, approachable, and proactive partners in community safety.

August 9th, 2025
Accident @ Jean Hill

JEAN HILL, Tortola, VI- A vehicular accident occurred this afternoon, Saturday, August 9, 2025.

August 8th, 2025
Miguel Weekes & Kei-Andre Williams charged with firearm related offenses

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Two individuals have been charged in connection with two separate firearm seizures during the Emancipation Festival period.

August 7th, 2025
RVIPF attends Swearing-In of New Chiefs of Police in USVI

CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Commissioner of Police and members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), in a show of solidarity with the US Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) attended the official Swearing-In Ceremony of the newly appointed Chiefs of Police on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands.

August 5th, 2025
VI represented @ Disaster Management Workshop in Antigua

ST JOHN’S, Antigua- Disaster response within the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean will be strengthened, following the country’s participation in a weeklong Disaster Management Workshop in Antigua.

August 3rd, 2025
Firearm seized from man seen acting suspiciously in vicinity of festival village

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) arrested an individual in possession of an illegal firearm in the early hours of Saturday, August 2, 2025, following a targeted operation to maintain public safety during festival celebrations.

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