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Glenn Callwood aka ‘Supa Cop’ back In! Returns to police job Nov 7, 2016

Mr Glenn Callwood will be back on the job as an officer in the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) on Monday November 7, 2016, according to information reaching our newsroom. Photo: VINO/File
It is our understanding that the hearing granted by Commissioner of Police Michael ‘Mick’ Matthews (right) was favourable to Officer Glenn Callwood and also had the blessings of the unpopular Governor John S. Duncan OBE (left). Photo: VINO/File
It is our understanding that the hearing granted by Commissioner of Police Michael ‘Mick’ Matthews (right) was favourable to Officer Glenn Callwood and also had the blessings of the unpopular Governor John S. Duncan OBE (left). Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Infamous police officer Glenn Callwood aka ‘Super Cop’ is expected to be returned to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) by Monday November 7, 2016.

This is according to our newsroom’s senior sources within the RVIPF. Mr Callwood, a Virgin Islander, went before the Magistrate’s Court in 2013 on a charge of indecent assault and was found guilty of the offense on January 29, 2014. The Virtual Complainant (VC), a male Maintenance Supervisor with the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, had reported that Callwood grabbed and squeezed his private parts.

However, following the court procedures, then Commissioner of Police David Morris instituted disciplinary measures against Callwood, which caused him to lose his government job as a police officer.

Panel recommended reinstatement of Callwood

With a new Commissioner of Police, Michael Matthews, on the job Mr Callwood appealed the decision on his job loss and Mr Mathews promised a hearing in September 2016.

Commissioner of Police Matthews promised also to keep an open mind, and declared at a press briefing that officers convicted of ‘dishonesty’ are the ones who clearly are not welcomed in the RVIPF.

It is our understanding that the hearing was favourable to Officer Callwood and also had the blessings of the unpopular Governor John S. Duncan OBE.

Therefore, Officer Callwood is expected to be back on the job on Monday.

He gained his name ‘Supa Cop’ for his traffic beat where he writes many tickets to motorists for being on their cell phones, not wearing seat belts and driving vehicles with expired registration.

Mr Callwood also has his critics and some in the public have said he should use that assertiveness in harassing the public over routine traffic violations and channel it towards fighting serious crime.

Meanwhile, Acting Police Information Officer Sergeant Beverly James did not immediately respond to our query about Mr Callwood being reinstated to active duty.

50 Responses to “Glenn Callwood aka ‘Supa Cop’ back In! Returns to police job Nov 7, 2016”

  • . (05/11/2016, 19:44) Like (27) Dislike (4) Reply
    welcome back!
    • Reply (05/11/2016, 21:51) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
      there goes by kids school bush driver
    • the rock (06/11/2016, 05:15) Like (17) Dislike (2) Reply
      Commissioner, take Callwood off the streets and put him in a more needed position like the drug squard where he is needed more!
    • brent (06/11/2016, 18:46) Like (9) Dislike (3) Reply
      I for one am glad he is back. Road town has been running amok with motorcycles doing wheelies, weaving in and out of traffic, no helmets, saw one riding a toddler on the front..etc. Many still driving while on the phone, no seat belts, children hanging out the back window...it's terrible out there. Welcome Back Supa Cop!
  • driver (05/11/2016, 19:46) Like (29) Dislike (4) Reply
    Well sah let me bulck up mehson
    • Guest (06/11/2016, 10:30) Like (17) Dislike (2) Reply
      LOL...Play time is now over...LOL!! Those people that like to park infront Scotia, park infront Infinite, park in the road next to 1st Bank...after Nov 7th I dare you I double dog dare you...LOL!!
    • My girl (06/11/2016, 19:35) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
      he going behave this time me hope
  • vincyman (05/11/2016, 19:58) Like (15) Dislike (20) Reply
    do he have a bad police record ? and getting back his job..yall just open a pandora box because everybody gonna want back their job..
  • Referee (05/11/2016, 20:06) Like (7) Dislike (4) Reply
    What happen to the thomas guy he born here to
  • SAY (05/11/2016, 20:13) Like (17) Dislike (16) Reply
    This guy is a loose cannon.
  • tola (05/11/2016, 20:19) Like (27) Dislike (8) Reply
    Yes I am happy hes back too much foolish drivers congrats
  • Yes (05/11/2016, 20:49) Like (13) Dislike (5) Reply
    Everything you do the blame is in u i hear a traffika Hold on pon a man Khaki LMAO!

    Hope he dont grab nobody else balls this time..
  • @referee (05/11/2016, 21:36) Like (7) Dislike (5) Reply
    Remember it was the magistrate, who found him guilty also said in his ruling that Callwood should not lose his Job. He went on to further say the ppl of the BVI deserve to have their super cop. It has nothing to do with him being born here. It's about Justice which is being served.
  • Boo (05/11/2016, 21:53) Like (9) Dislike (6) Reply
    HE LIKE MAN HE JUST LIKE FUNNY MAN
  • Yasssssssssss (05/11/2016, 22:08) Like (15) Dislike (6) Reply
    Welcome back Callwood. So glad you are back. The Damn best traffic cop in town. You traffic breakers, enjoy your next two days of breaking traffic rules.
    Yeeeee Hawwwww.
  • come back with blood in his eyes to prove a point (05/11/2016, 23:41) Like (13) Dislike (12) Reply
    ayo better station he jost van dyke or anegada before somebody get in trouble for he
  • what's good for the goose is also good for the gander (05/11/2016, 23:42) Like (11) Dislike (20) Reply
    REINSTATE WILLOCK TOO
    • Pull u all socks up. (06/11/2016, 06:49) Like (12) Dislike (4) Reply
      Those Other Cops must be feeling so bad. They weren't getting the job done.. So they had to bring this guy back so the guy can get the job done. I'm sure if the Cops were getting the job done.. The people would not have call for Callwood return..
    • @ what's good for the goose is also... (06/11/2016, 08:46) Like (11) Dislike (3) Reply
      you all just love the esteem!!!! did he ever say he wants to be reinstated ah?...set of fools
  • Male a (06/11/2016, 04:39) Like (18) Dislike (5) Reply
    Super GOP, try don't keep company with them down..... Police. The next time they frame you it will be more serious. Just be careful what you do and who you keep company with and you will be just fine.
  • I'm so glad. Good News. (06/11/2016, 06:46) Like (5) Dislike (8) Reply
    I'm so happy.. I'm fill with joy.. These Moped guys was taking over the town. Breaking all the laws. No more of that. Robo Cop is back.. Put him as court orderly for a start get all them outstanding payments up to date. Then make him sergeant and give him a beat crew.. I can guarantee you all that in 18 months the BVI streets will be respected.. Crime will be down.
  • Best News (06/11/2016, 07:04) Like (11) Dislike (5) Reply
    I'm happy he's back. No nonsense person. While still down to earth. Don't understand why people dislike him. But he does his job well and takes it serious. Don't join no drug squad, they'll say you taking the drugs.
  • Citizen (06/11/2016, 07:08) Like (9) Dislike (2) Reply
    Glen please be careful. Ask God for guidance and protection each day. Be humble.
    • off island (06/11/2016, 15:01) Like (2) Dislike (3) Reply
      @Citizen, he will be fine. Ain't no one that stupid to mess with that man. They do, it will start a whole lot of problem for the BVI. Believe this Citizen, people off Island is watching everything that is going on in the BVI. Someone is always watching and keeping tabs.
  • loose canon (06/11/2016, 07:11) Like (7) Dislike (11) Reply
    this man need Not be a police. He is not police cut out. The force will pay out this time big money for him. Wrong move. wrong wrong move.
  • foxy (06/11/2016, 07:21) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    What a ting to tell the king!
  • voice (06/11/2016, 08:36) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
    Happy for you Callwood. Try your best not to get in any altercation with any of whom you have to work. Continue to work in the interest of your country. I have always had respect for you in the way you do your job.
  • This is very disturbing (06/11/2016, 08:53) Like (11) Dislike (3) Reply
    I am extremely shocked by this news. Convicted in the court of law for indecent assault, conviction upheld by Appeals court and he was even given a stiffer fine and he is back on the police force?
    All you Supacop supporters have never had any dealings with this guy and obviously just believing the public image that he projects sometimes. Supacop is a classic example of why psychiatric evaluations should be done before persons are allowed to join the force.
    I guess when his son is released from prison and wants to join the force it will not be a problem.
    Is this setting a precedent for all officers who are convicted of criminal offences?
  • sad sad (06/11/2016, 08:55) Like (5) Dislike (3) Reply
    What message are we sending????
    • Guest (06/11/2016, 10:38) Like (5) Dislike (4) Reply
      Whats the message? That the officers who were on the beat weren't doing jack s*** and people where doing whatever the hell they wanted to in town. When people complained they came out for mussa a day to put on a show. and then back to chatting and walking on the side of the road. I saw people illegally park and back up traffic in front some of those cops and they were too busy chatting piss to even address it. Super Cop welcome back, at least we have one actual worker now back on the streets. Work your way up Callwood and take over the position that controls all beat cops, cause obviously the person in that position is also useless.............
  • Kickoff (06/11/2016, 09:09) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    Boy I think its time to go buy a pair of earphones now, becuz look trouble now.
  • Congrats Man (06/11/2016, 09:45) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    Lessons of Life, Leave grabbing nuts alone. No benefits in that. Don't over exert yourself, work your way back and get up to speed. When you pulling over pull them out of traffic, dont block people trying to get someplace because Supa-Coptres from Barbados keep you in traffic.
  • Overjoyed!! (06/11/2016, 11:23) Like (6) Dislike (4) Reply
    Just Friday I was thinking how I wish Supa Cop was still out on the street. The amount of inconsiderate parking in the Road Town area was never like that when he was on the force. That corner with the Fonseca boys is getting worse. More and more cars blocking both sides of the road for repair. Thought Hon Mark Vanterpool was going to have them clean that up.
    You will see how much money that dept will bring in with tickets. Time for everyone to be more mindful and show respect to other drivers and pedestrians.
  • wow (06/11/2016, 15:43) Like (5) Dislike (3) Reply
    The sheriff is back
  • Ye Without Sin (06/11/2016, 16:48) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Ye without sin cast the first stone. It is amazing how the naysayers talking like them squeaky clean.
  • shark (06/11/2016, 18:30) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
    Glen Callwood.I support you 100% if it had ten more virgin islanders like you we would have a better country.don't mind the noise.you do a very dam good job.continue doing what you have a passion to do.
  • wize up (06/11/2016, 18:34) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    Just a question: a few members of the force are currently facing criminal charges in court; if convicted-can these members return to uphold the laws of the VI(it is just a question)
  • Political Observer (06/11/2016, 18:35) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    The RVIPF as other agencies, companies, organizations........etc has progressive discipline programmed. Under these programmes, every employee violation of policy does not result in termination. No doubt, egregious behaviour should lead to termination. However, employees committing lesser offenses can be addressed through counseling (verbal and written) reprimand, or suspensions, depending on the violations and on prior incidents, if any.

    Employers invest heavily in the recruiting and training of employees. As such every effort should be made to protect
    the investment by trying to redeem employees that still can contribute to attaining the mission of the organization.

    Glen "Super Cop" Callwood made a mistake and an error in judgement that he paid a price for. And hopefully, he has learned from his mistake. Price paid, he still has much to contribute to the RVIPF and the community. His reinstatement should come with a 6 month probation. He should be given the opportunity to excel. Glen earn the moniker "Super Cop" by being strict and exercising a no nonsense approach to policing, especially in the traffic area. However, this is all well and good. And my advice to Super Cop is to enforce the law but exercise sound judgement. The goal is adherence to laws by the least means required. If adherence can come with a warning, why not use a warning.

    Supa Cop, welcome back!





    • wize up (06/11/2016, 21:49) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
      @ political observer : at the end of the day the man was convicted in a criminal court ....i will also say there is a lot criminals on the force who where imported.....
  • Talk up (06/11/2016, 23:04) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Yes congrats super cops ;happy for you
  • question (07/11/2016, 11:56) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Doesn't he need to be re-trained?
  • legal team (07/11/2016, 18:07) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    As a former member of Her Majesty's Prestigious RVIPF who served Her Majesty-The Queen and the people of the Virgin Islands, and having discussed this case [Callwood is back in] with the second member of the legal team in the RVIPF,I decided to look at the law,to determine whether His Excellency,the Governor and,or the Commissioner of Police has the lawful and Statutory authority to return Mr.Callwood to the force,following his conviction for a summary/misdemeanour-criminal offence.
    The Law,side noted [Dismissal or reduction in rank] Section 36 of the Police Act,Cap 165,of the laws of the Virgin Islands.
    Section 36:-(2) states clearly ["The Governor MAY order the dismissal or discharge from the Force or as the case may be,reduction in rank of any SUBORDINATE police officer or member of the force of lower rank who has been convicted of a criminal offence OR found guilty of a breach of the disciplinary regulation made under this Act unless such person has successfully appealed against the conviction or the finding of his guilt"].
    Over the many years,Police Administrators made it a practice,that any police officer convicted of a criminal offence,regardless of the circumstances of the charge, MUST be dismissed! But there were officers who committed serious disciplinary offences and were not dismissed.
    But the law did not say SHALL be dismissed. The law says "MAY" be dismissed for either Disciplinary conviction or Criminal conviction! And the law makes reference to either Criminal or Disciplinary Offences.
    In law,the term MAY is a discretionary term.So the statute gives the Governor a discretion to be exercised in his own judgement.The gravity of the offence must be taken into consideration.
    This case involving Glenn Callwood,is now a precedent-case in recent times in Her Majesty's RVIPF.
    And section 12 of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order 2007, declared-Equality before the law by declaring [Everyone is equal before the law and has the right to equal protection and benefit of the law]
    Therefore,His Excellency,the Governor acted lawfully,under section 36(2) of the Police Act,to use his discretion,in applying the one-word clause "MAY" to decide,that it is in the interest of the public to return Mr Callwood to the force,having reviewed the circumstances of the criminal charge..
    Let us pray for the officers of the RVIPF and wish them well as they continue to serve Her Majesty and the people of the Virgin Islands.
  • old (07/11/2016, 19:05) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    To much bad parking and bad driving and cell phone and texting and speeding on license insure vehicle on the Road some thing have to Be done cop
  • star wars (07/11/2016, 22:12) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    May the "force" be with us all :D!
  • boobee (08/11/2016, 01:26) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Tell em all to Shut up! Who God bless. No man curse. Jackass foot can't run horse race and One stallion pon de race track.


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