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Body of slain firefighter Eric A. Albert given water salute before flight to DR

- Mr Albert was fatally shot in Greenland on Friday, June 20, 2025
Firefighters pay tribute to their fallen colleague Eric Alezis Albert on July 9, 2025. Photo: Facebook
Eric Alezis Albert was fatally shot at Greenland on June 20, 2025. Photo: Facebook
Eric Alezis Albert was fatally shot at Greenland on June 20, 2025. Photo: Facebook
Slain firefighter Eric Alezis Albert, who was fatally shot at Greenland on June 20, 2025, was given a water salute at Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island before the body was taken to Dominican Republic, the home country of the late Albert, on July 9, 2025. Photo: Facebook
Slain firefighter Eric Alezis Albert, who was fatally shot at Greenland on June 20, 2025, was given a water salute at Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island before the body was taken to Dominican Republic, the home country of the late Albert, on July 9, 2025. Photo: Facebook
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Slain firefighter Eric Alezis Albert, who was fatally shot at Greenland on June 20, 2025, was given a water salute at Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island before the body was taken to Dominican Republic, the home country of the late Albert, on July 9, 2025.

Mr Albert, 28, was stationed at the airport on Beef Island as a firefighter.

“Today, we pay tribute to Firefighter Eric Alezis Albert with a solemn water salute as he makes his final journey home to Santo Domingo.

“Eric served with unwavering dedication at the airport fire station, protecting lives and embodying the true spirit of service. His courage, kindness, and commitment to duty will never be forgotten,” Majestic Life Funeral Home and Crematory Services posted on its Facebook page on July 9, 2025.

‘Beautiful send-off’- BVIAA

Meanwhile, the management and staff of the BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) said in a Facebook post that they were “deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved fire officer, Mr Eric Albert.

“We extend our sincerest condolences to his friends and family. Today, Eric received a beautiful send-off to his final resting place,” BVIAA stated.

While no one has yet been charged for the murder of Mr Albert, Police have since charged two minors for possession of a prohibited weapon and possession of explosives.

Police also said evidence collected will help determine if the firearm was the weapon used to kill Albert.

5 Responses to “Body of slain firefighter Eric A. Albert given water salute before flight to DR”

  • Endtimes (11/07/2025, 12:19) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
    So sad. Condolences my friend Daisy. This has to be tough for you. May God keep you in his care as you say goodbye to your beloved son.
  • minor with powa (11/07/2025, 12:24) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    Just reminder that it was a minor who shot and killed him

    let the sink in

    so you can see wa kinda future we heading to....
  • Be Comforted (11/07/2025, 12:34) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    My Condolences To Daisy and rest of his siblings I have known his mom for a very, very long time, she was working at the daycare your pain is my pain we have kids just been strong the Lord will see you through and also the closure of those culprit, may his soul Rip
  • Linda (11/07/2025, 15:05) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Tears of sorrow for him and his loved ones. How can people be so heartless to take someone's life, yet they want to run and hide and continue their miserable lives? RIP, Mr. Albert.
  • Anonymous (11/07/2025, 16:18) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Safe journey young man


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