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5 mths after prisoners escaped, Superintendent still on job, but 2 locals sent on leave!
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- It was some five months ago that two inmates from His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) escaped and to date they have not been recaptured. They escaped on the night of Saturday, October 25, 2025.
HMP inmates showcase theatrical creativity
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Several inmates of His Majesty’s Prison in Balsam Ghut displayed their creativity in theatrical performances on February 12, 2026.
'UK expert' investigating cause of recent prison break
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- An expert from the United Kingdom (UK) is currently in the Virgin Islands (VI) investigating the October 25, 2025, prison break, which led to the escape of two prisoners.
Jose Almestica & John M. Burgos escape His Majesty's Prison
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- High-profile prisoner Jose Almestica and John M. Burgos have escaped from His Majesty's Prison (HMP).
Housing juveniles @ HM Prison a ‘violation’ of VI Constitution- Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull (R2), has put the government, more specifically the Ministry of Health and Social Development, on blast for not having a Juvenile Detention and Rehabilitation Centre and housing juveniles at His Majesty’s Prison, located in Balsam Ghut.
HM Prison in chaos! Are locals shut out?
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Multiple sources associated with His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) have reported to our newsroom that the prison is currently in chaos.
11 inmates graduate from HMP's Reintegration Programme
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Eleven inmates at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) in Balsam Ghut have received certificates of completion for participating in a six-week course designed to equip them with essential life skills for successful reintegration into society.
Jamaican Raymond B. Grant appointed Deputy Superintendent of Prisons
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Jamaica national Mr Raymond B. Grant has been appointed Deputy Superintendent of Prisons, which means the top two positions at the prison are now held by non-locals.
UK-backed enhancements to strengthen security & safety @ HMP
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- The Government of the United Kingdom (UK) has delivered on a promise to boost the British Virgin Islands’ prison system, located in Balsam Ghut, Tortola with a comprehensive support package aimed at enhancing security, operational efficiency, and staff protection at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP).
14 HMP inmates complete 1st ever Life Skills Reintegration Programme
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Fourteen (14) inmates from His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) have completed the first-ever Life Skills Reintegration Programme (LSRP).
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