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Getaway boat used by Pier Park robbers found abandoned @ Kingstown

The vessel believed to have been used by the Pier Park robbers was found abandoned at the Kingstown shoreline. Photo: Team of Reporters
People in the area were able to capture the escape on camera, following the armed robbery of a jewellery store on Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on December 2, 2025. Photo: Team of Reporters
People in the area were able to capture the escape on camera, following the armed robbery of a jewellery store on Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on December 2, 2025. Photo: Team of Reporters
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force announced on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, that an investigation has begun into a confirmed armed robbery at a popular business at the Tortola Pier Park. The incident occurred around 2:00 PM the same day. Photo:Facebook
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force announced on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, that an investigation has begun into a confirmed armed robbery at a popular business at the Tortola Pier Park. The incident occurred around 2:00 PM the same day. Photo:Facebook
Following this incident, officers responded quickly and initiated their investigations. Reports state that the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has taken into custody a boat believed to have been used as the getaway vessel in the daring daylight robbery. Photo: Facebook
Following this incident, officers responded quickly and initiated their investigations. Reports state that the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has taken into custody a boat believed to have been used as the getaway vessel in the daring daylight robbery. Photo: Facebook
KINGSTOWN, Tortola, VI - The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force announced on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, that an investigation has begun into a confirmed armed robbery at a popular business at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park. The incident occurred around 2:00 PM the same day, and our News Centre was the first to report on the incident.

According to the RVIPF, preliminary reports indicate that masked men armed with firearms entered the establishment, stole items, and escaped via a motor vessel. Shots were reportedly fired during the robbery, but no injuries have been reported.

Getaway vessel seized

Following this incident, officers responded quickly and initiated their investigations. Reports state that the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has taken into custody a boat believed to have been used as the getaway vessel in the daring daylight robbery. 

The vessel was found abandoned on the beach behind Clarence Thomas Ltd in the Kingstown area after 3:00 PM.

Investigations continue 

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has indicated that they will continue their investigation into the incident.

Virgin Islands News Online will remain on top of this matter and will bring you updates as soon as they become available. 

3 Responses to “Getaway boat used by Pier Park robbers found abandoned @ Kingstown”

  • Asking For Myself (03/12/2025, 09:05) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Where is the new police commissioner?
  • 2024 (03/12/2025, 09:25) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    yes Sir another unsolved crime in BVI. As per usual Police is Fully Available After Crime is committed and you will sit and wait for an arrest

    The Prevention Of Crime is One of the Burden for The Police

    Gun Crime High Day In Our City: In the past we brake and entering into Business Places
  • question (03/12/2025, 09:31) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Any COP or Acting COP getting fired for this one?

    Asking for a friend.


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