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Govenor pruce pays tribute to RVIPF for decline in crime
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In recent times, the Virgin Islands have witnessed a decline in certain crimes, with the overall crime rate decreasing by 22 percent. During a press conference on Thursday, May 7, 2026, United Kingdom-appointed Governor Daniel Pruce responded to media questions about the decline, stating that the territory has seen positive trends.
'We've not had a murder for 2026'- Acting DCP Kenrick I. Davis
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Kenrick I. Davis has dismissed claims that the Virgin Islands (VI) has recorded a murder for the year 2026.
Richard Ullger against firearms for business owners but open to debate
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Interim Acting Commissioner of Police (ACoP) Richard Ullger has said a debate should be held to discuss whether or not business owners should be allowed to have licensed firearms.
3 arrested & 2 firearms recovered in stop & search operations this week- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has conducted a series of high-visibility patrols and stop-and-check operations over the past 24 hours, which have generated results.
Premier Wheatley backs education for youth over prison expansion
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has sided with Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL), that investing in more youth programmes is the way to go as the Territory looks to combat crime.
'We pledge zero tolerance' for crime- Mrs Natalie J. Fahie-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Strengthened systems, inter-agency collaboration, and zero tolerance for criminal activity will be the focus of the Ministry of Financial Services, Economic Development and Digital Transformation (MFSEDDT) in addressing crime in the Virgin Islands.
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VI crime rates can't be link to unemployment- Premier Wheatley
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Before the Virgin Islands (VI) had anything at all, people found a way to make things happen for themselves. This was the sentiment expressed by Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), when social commentator and Pastor, Claude Skelton-Cline, addressed the popular concern that the increase in crime in the Virgin Islands is linked to a lack of employment.
'We should not allow fear to rule our streets'- Premier Wheatley
HUNTUM'S GHUT, Tortola, VI - Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has urged the entire territory to reclaim the Virgin Islands from the grasp of criminals.
Crime fighting strategies being strengthened in VI
HUNTUM'S GHUT, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islands Governor Daniel Pruce has stated that strategies to strengthen the fight against crime in the Virgin Islands (VI) are being developed.
Addressing crime isn’t gov’t responsibility only- Cabinet Sec. Sandra I. Ward
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Cabinet Secretary Ms Sandra I. Ward has said the battle against crime in the Virgin Islands is not only for the government.
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