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UPDATE: David N. James aka ‘Bushman’ to be buried Dec 29, 2015

December 26th, 2015 | Tags: David N. James RVIPF homicide Bushman murder
The funeral service for David N. James aka 'Bushman' is scheduled for Tuesday December 29, 2015 at the Road Town Methodist Church. The body of the late David 'Bushman' James will be viewed from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the church. The funeral service will start at 11:00 AM. Photo: Facebook
The body of David N. James aka ‘Bushman’, who was recorded as the second homicide this year in the Virgin Islands after being murdered on December 7, 2015, has been released to his family by Government. Photo: Facebook
The body of David N. James aka ‘Bushman’, who was recorded as the second homicide this year in the Virgin Islands after being murdered on December 7, 2015, has been released to his family by Government. Photo: Facebook
According to a press release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), on December 9, 2015 officers from the RVIPF executed two search warrants and arrested two men and one woman for questioning in relation to the murder of James. It said that during the course of the searches, officers recovered a firearm, ammunition and a small quantity of drugs. Photo: VINO/File
According to a press release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), on December 9, 2015 officers from the RVIPF executed two search warrants and arrested two men and one woman for questioning in relation to the murder of James. It said that during the course of the searches, officers recovered a firearm, ammunition and a small quantity of drugs. Photo: VINO/File
PURCELL ESTATE, Tortola, VI – The family of the late David N. James aka ‘Bushman’ has announced his funeral arrangements.

The funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday December 29, 2015 at the Road Town Methodist Church. The body of the late David 'Bushman' James will be viewed from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the church. The funeral service will start at 11:00 AM.

The body will be laid to rest at the Johnson Ghut cemetery.

In addition, the body of the deceased will be available for viewing at Davis Funeral Home in Purcell Estate, Tortola on Monday December 28, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Second homicide for 2015

The 28-year-old Virgin Islander, James, was shot multiple times around 9:30 PM on December 7, 2015 at his home in Purcell Estate and was taken to Peebles Hospital where he later died the same evening.

Three persons were arrested for questioning in the continuing investigation, according to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, however, no one has been charged.

A police spokesman, St Clair Amory has asked for the cooperation of the public as the investigation continues into the murder of Mr James.

See previous article published December 22, 2015

David N. James body released to family; Burial expected next week

The body of David N. James aka ‘Bushman’, who was recorded as the second homicide this year in the Virgin Islands after being murdered on December 7, 2015, has been released to his family by Government.

The 28-year-old Virgin Islander was shot multiple times around 9:30 pm next to his home in Purcell Estate on the main island of Tortola and was taken to Peebles Hospital where he later died the same evening.

The deceased is the nephew of acting Police Commissioner Alwyn James. The body of the late David James was released to his father, a long time prominent businessman.

The body released on Monday December 21, 2015 is now at a local funeral home and the burial is expected to take placed next week, with a pre-viewing the day before at the funeral home according to a close family member.

Three arrested as investigation continues

According to a press release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), on December 9, 2015 officers from the RVIPF executed two search warrants and arrested two men and one woman for questioning in relation to the murder of James.

It said that during the course of the searches, officers recovered a firearm, ammunition and a small quantity of drugs.

The press release dispatched last week further stated that Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police St Clair Amory reiterated that this is an ongoing investigation and appeals for the continued cooperation of the public for information that can assist with the homicide inquiries.

Our newsroom will be the first to bring you more details of the funeral service and date and time of the burial.

24 Responses to “UPDATE: David N. James aka ‘Bushman’ to be buried Dec 29, 2015”

  • gkefkkdakxq (22/12/2015, 20:52) Like (12) Dislike (3) Reply
    rip bush
  • My Dear (22/12/2015, 22:02) Like (31) Dislike (3) Reply
    Will forever be in my heart and my mind! Forever love
    • Political Observer (22/12/2015, 23:46) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
      In my opinion it is very sad, that two people lost their lives, the shooter and David but I must agree he will be always in our hearts and my prayers go out to the James family
      • Akia (23/12/2015, 09:02) Like (5) Dislike (6) Reply
        two person I am missing something here
        • Help is here (26/12/2015, 10:21) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
          The 2 persons are "the shooter" and "David". The shooter's life will never be the same - anxiety/on edge will be the order of all the days. Who wants to live like that?
  • Just saying... (22/12/2015, 22:28) Like (5) Dislike (7) Reply
    Only the good die young
  • farmer brown (22/12/2015, 23:42) Like (15) Dislike (6) Reply
    Dear investigators by now we should know who ordered the killing of this good yute!
  • drizzy (23/12/2015, 02:10) Like (6) Dislike (3) Reply
    The good ones go to soon
  • Serpico (23/12/2015, 06:57) Like (29) Dislike (1) Reply
    Dont forget Jason Leonard Vanterpool and the other 32 unsolved murders. Keep the heat on. For truth there is no deadline.
    • Debbie (23/12/2015, 10:23) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
      TORTOLA is to small to have 32 unsolved murders some thing wrong with criminal department I wonder some times if the ////// do not have things to do with the ///////,If I recall there was a murder a young man was caught with a gun no charges how could any one think a place like that can solve crime .The police department have a lot of flaws they need to bring back the traffic police how in GOD name the former commissioner can take away the police from going on the scene of an accident where in the world you see that it create more problem the people take what ever they put on them .

  • unsolved (23/12/2015, 09:27) Like (15) Dislike (1) Reply
    This is just another case that will go cold. anybody can kill on Tortola and get away with it unless the murderer confess. Tortola police just worried about the wrong thing. rip bush
  • Gospel (23/12/2015, 10:02) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
    RIP until we meet again President Bush
  • some thoughts (23/12/2015, 10:10) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
    I like that photo of David…..Dust to Dust we commit you in Jesus name
  • Pool (24/12/2015, 15:58) Like (12) Dislike (0) Reply
    These police know exactly who kill Bush and they have him out here walking the streets and harassing innocent people
  • Charley Rose (26/12/2015, 14:48) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    I am flabagastic at the amount of unsolved murders in a small territory with just approximately 30,000 people. What if the population was larger.
    The governor needs to send to Britain for some Scotland Yard detectives to come here and work with these LAZY police offi ers and ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice. It is time for the government to send some police men to use drones and amend the laws to accept survaillence images as evidence in court. The drones are not expensive as such the force can purchase about ten and monitor the entire territory. When this is done we will be on top of crime fighting.
    • tretretrete (26/12/2015, 21:43) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      They sent foe UK officers already, what difference has it made?
  • old man joe (26/12/2015, 16:11) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    This will be a young people funeral
  • friend (26/12/2015, 18:48) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Thanks for this info vino i was asking all week about this
    • tretretrete (26/12/2015, 21:03) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      The reason why we have so many unsolved murders is because people who see things afraid to come forward. DNA testing and other sophisticated technology cannot solve crime alone. Even in the big countries like US And UK they rely on information from witnesses.
      When the birds start singing then the police will solve the crimes in the BVI. The police dont work magic.
      • Hmmm urself (29/12/2015, 14:19) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        DNA and sophisticated technology solves crime, not seat belt tickets
  • crucian (26/12/2015, 21:43) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    At this conscious time of the year, I ask everyone whom has ever lost a loved one to take a moment and continue to reflect positive thoughts and energy. It is okay to cry. May the Lord see your sincere hearts and your tears and comfort you during this holiday season. Selah.


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