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Richard Ullger is out of the territory again! RVIPF tight-lipped
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Since officially assuming the role of Interim Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) in November 2025, Mr Ullger has been making frequent trips out of the territory; however, the reasons are unknown to the public.
Shakhoy Penn charged with possession of illegal firearm & ammo
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Shakhoy Penn, 29, of Scatliffe Alley, Tortola, has been charged with Possession of a Prohibited Firearm and Unlawful Possession of Explosives.
The 'continued exploitation' of police officers 'will no longer be tolerated'- PWA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “The continued exploitation of officers through delayed compensation, unresolved salary disparities, and prolonged administrative inaction will no longer be tolerated.” This is according to the Police Welfare Association (PWA) in a statement on June 2, 2026, titled: Police Welfare Association Demands Immediate Action on Pay Inequities, Non-payment of Allowances, Regularising Acting Appointments, and Systemic Administrative Failures.
RVIPF offering $50K for info leading to capture of Jose Almestica & John M. Burgos
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is offering a reward of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) each for information leading to the successful capture and arrest of two escaped fugitives, Jose Almestica and John M. Burgos, both residents of the United States Virgin Islands.
UPDATE: Machete brandished during customer brawl @RiteWay- RVIPF
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- A machete was allegedly brandished during the customer brawl at RiteWay Food Market in Pasea Estate on May 26, 2026.
EE Police Station closed for interior renovation works
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The East End Police Station has been temporarily closed effective yesterday, Friday, May 29, 2026, for “an initial period of one month,” the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) informed.
2 VI inspectors complete 12-week police course in Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Two inspectors from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) are among thirty-five middle-management supervisors from across the Caribbean who completed a twelve-week Staff and Junior Command Course at the National Police College of Jamaica.
Khemeo Foy charged following VG shooting incident
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- A 51-year-old man has been arrested and charged with Possession of a Firearm with Intent to Commit an Indictable Offence and Unlawful Possession of Explosives.
Awareness campaign to get underway on traffic fines & penalties- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A public awareness campaign highlighting the increased traffic fines and penalties now in effect under the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025, will soon commence.
Man arrested for shooting @residential property on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- A man has been arrested by police on Virgin Gorda after he allegedly opened fire on his girlfriend's home following an argument sometime after midnight.
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