News
'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.
‘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.
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).
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.
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.
Accident @ Jean Hill
JEAN HILL, Tortola, VI- A vehicular accident occurred this afternoon, Saturday, August 9, 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.
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.
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.
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.

