7 Responses to “Addressing crime isn’t gov’t responsibility only- Cabinet Sec. Sandra I. Ward”

• lord o. (14/08/2025, 11:15) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply

  How do you know police has increased Patrol in communities,,? That's what they told you and all officials, we not seeing no increse in Patrol, maybe a decrease, only yesterday the Police Jeep was driving by and someone said all they do is drive, they need to get out and walk,,, Seems like foot Patrol out of style, its the old way, Sun too hot, its now drive around all day in AC this the new way. Policing change,, What 75 police used to accomplish 30 -40 yrs ago, it now takes 200 to do the same today.. The question is now, are we getting Value for the numbers..?
• BuzzBvi (14/08/2025, 11:41) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply

  Perhaps not, but it should start with getting our child Premier to take his poster boy picture of the Criiminal Andrew Fahie off the wall of the HOA.
  
  And then maybe making the Government vehicles legal by removing the illegal heavy tint passed by the corrupt DMV.
  
  We could then have the Premier help the police by giving them the details for the person that transferred $5Million of public money into a bankrupt bank once run by a member of the Government who now has a controlling role in the Financial Services industry.
  
  We could start tackling crime there and then everyone will start to think crime is taken seriously.
• Senior native citizen of the British Virgin Islands (14/08/2025, 12:08) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply

  You are right that "addressing crimes is not the government responsibility only, but our government leaders, including Governor, Daniel Pruce, are owe the B.V.I meaningful accountability response of the rising crimes in the B.V.I. Don't you know that that prayers to our Creator void of repentance, and obedience don't get the desire answer?
  With all these continuing daily random, alledged, and known, and unknown, so far, misbehaviors that are happening, and for many past decades to present why are you, and who are trying to defend, the present government cabinet leaders? We are all guilty of ignoring our duties in more ways more than one, truth.
  
  
  
  
• guy hill (14/08/2025, 12:19) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply

  From a criminal justice professional perspective. My take on the crime fight is this. Ultimately, a country's government and its associated law enforcement agencies are primarily responsible for both the crime problem and the fight against crime within their borders. This includes developing and implementing crime prevention strategies and programs, enforcing the laws, and thus ensuring public safety. Know this however, addressing crime is a complex issue that often involves various stakeholders, including communities, non-governmental organizations, and even international bodies.
  In a more detailed breakdown, you will have to look at the different areas that play a role in this fight and include Government, Law Enforcement, legislation and policy. The government enacts laws and creates policies at preventing and punishing criminal activity. The law enforcement duty of the police force, investigative agencies and other law enforcement bodies are responsible for investigating criminal activity, apprehending suspects while maintaining public order. Man must be ordered. The judicial system, including the courts and prosecutors are responsible for trying accused criminals and sentencing those convicted in a court of law and not the public’s twisted opinion. Correctional facilities and probation services are tasked with managing convicted offenders and facilitating their rehabilitation. International cooperation is necessary in cases of transnational crime with international implications will need the cooperation between countries and international bodies in essence.
  While government has primary responsibility, a comprehensive approach to fighting crime requires the collaboration and participation of the various actors to effectively prevent, investigate and address criminal activity within the Virgin Islands. Addressing youth crime and criminal activity will require a multifaceted approach that focuses on prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation. Key strategies must include early intervention programs, positive youth development initiatives, community engagement and improving juvenile justice processes.
  All involved must act and be seen to be always acting within the legal aspects of the law. This fight is everybody’s business. FYI. From my own documentation and I stand to be corrected accordingly. I have recorded seventy-eight (78) unsolved murders in the Virgin Islands since 1992. Each one reach one and teach one. Keeping it real. Life IS Real.
  
• Kid Buu (14/08/2025, 13:28) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply

  so if the police force need funding to match the level of criminals out there when it comes guns, fast boats, advanced technology in fighting crime, legislations to make it easier to get cases out etccc does the governor deal with that?? hmmmmmm doubt it
  
  the road town station been there for donkey years and look like poop and not mainstreamed enough... you passing prisoners to go deal to collect bvi visa waivers...anyone can toss something in the cell......
  
  police dont even have pound to tow cars off the road from either blocking traffic or blocking persons in a parking lot. they gotta wait 10 yrs to get the info from dmv and report the person after that person done gone bout them life or even left the country after doing the same bs over and over
  
  place need a overhaul on all ends
  
  shot spotter system when????
• Awake now? (14/08/2025, 13:58) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply

  Ohhhh the Government of the Virgin Islands under Premier Natalio Wheatley just woke up to this? Not too long ago and it still happens occasionally, we hear the UK/Governor are responsible. I have never heard anything more ludicrous in my life. I even hear Corner Lady with it. No one entity or person is responsible. We all are, but Government plays a huge role as Guy Hill pointed out above. I ask the Government of the Virgin Islands to please stop the childishness and stop constantly pointing the finger at the police and the governor. They cannot do it alone!
• Protect our Children (14/08/2025, 14:03) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply

  The Summit will be held at the Huntum's Gut Basketball Court. Go there and tell me if you do not see a bar built right at the entrance of a facility that the Government built. A facility that is there for our children. Then tell me if the Government of the Virgin Islands is serious about crime and about protecting our children. We complain about children drinking etc but here the Government is enabling it. Substance abuse leads to crime and a host of other issues.
  
  You can hold a million summits talking talking talking but if you do not take serious action, action such as removing a bar from smack in front of a youth facility, you are wasting your time. Take real action!