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2 slapped with firearm & ammo charges
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Two men have been charged following a series of intensive patrols and a roll-and-stop operation conducted across the territory by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
Police believe fugitives Almestica & Burgos still in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Prison escapees Jose Almestica, 37, and John M. Burgos, 27, who broke out of His Majesty's Prison (HMP) in Balsam Ghut on October 25, 2025, are still believed to be hiding out in the Virgin Islands (VI).
RVIPF leading 'intense & comprehensive manhunt' for fugitives- Acting CoP
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is leading an extensive, multi-agency manhunt to locate and apprehend the fugitives, Jose Almestica, 37, and John M. Burgos, 27, who escaped His Majesty's Prison (HMP) in Balsam Ghut last evening, October 25, 2025.
'Policing is not merely an occupation, it is a calling'- Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- "Police week is not only a time of celebration and festivities, but a moment to look back to reflect on our journey, our challenges, our setbacks, and our accomplishments."
Is Governor Pruce truthful? Police Service Commission's unanimous rejection!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Senior sources in the Governor’s Office have confirmed that the Police Service Commission (PSC) has unanimously rejected Governor Daniel Pruce's recommendation to remove the Acting Commissioner of Police, Ms Jacqueline E. Vanterpool.
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Is Daniel Pruce committed to the rule of law? Wants Ag CoP ousted
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Many members of civil society, the political and legal class, social media influencers, talk show hosts, the local mainstream media, and members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) are openly questioning whether the UK-appointed Governor Daniel Pruce is serious and committed to the rule of law, justice, and good governance.
‘Issuing a firearm licence is an option of last resort’- Acting CoP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As business owners and other persons in society have expressed the view that business owners should be allowed to bear firearms for protection in the Virgin Islands, due to the apparent increase in gun crime, Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, who is the designated licencing authority for firearm licences in the territory, has weighed in on the discussion.
Governor threatens disciplinary action against Acting CoP over vetting matter
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has been accused of using bullying and intimidatory tactics against the Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool over the controversial vetting process, which he continues to push despite a court order against certain aspects of the process.
‘Community policing is our identity’- Acting CoP Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said community policing is the identity of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
UPDATE: Necker Island fatal accident victim is executive sous chef Sihle Somdaka
NECKER ISLAND, VI– The man who lost his life late Friday night, August 29, 2025, following an accident on Necker Island, has been identified as executive sous chef Sihle Somdaka, 35, of South Africa.
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