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Jacqueline E. Vanterpool says she has not yet reapplied for CoP position

- said she is waiting on God's guidance
Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said she has not yet reapplied for the CoP position permanently. Photo: Facebook
Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, 2nd from left, alongside Governor Daniel Pruce, left, and Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right. Photo: Facebook/File
Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, 2nd from left, alongside Governor Daniel Pruce, left, and Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right. Photo: Facebook/File
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said she has not yet reapplied for the CoP position.

Speaking on The Big Story on JTV Channel 55 on Tuesday, April 23, 2025, Acting CoP Vanterpool said since 2021, she has acted as Commissioner of Police about eight times.

Coming from a big family in Virgin Gorda, Acting CoP Vanterpool said it was always her dream to become a police officer, a passion that was fueled more by life’s circumstances.

The recruitment process for a CoP was started last year; however, it was abruptly stopped when Governor Daniel Pruce said he would await the release of the second volume of the law enforcement review, which would give more direction in hiring a new top cop. 

The review was released earlier this month, and the vacancy announcement for CoP was published again last week. 

The deadline for submission is May 30, 2025.

Disappointed but not frustrated

Acting CoP Vanterpool has been acting since October 2024 and said she applied last year for the position and was scheduled for an interview that never took place since it was cancelled. 

“I was a bit disappointed, yes, frustrated no, but disappointed because you have an expectancy to be interviewed in the process, and then it was cancelled.”

She also said Governor Pruce personally informed her of the re-advertising of the position. 

“I got a number of calls, and my response is as the Lord leads,” she revealed. 

“Has he led?” Richards asked. 

“Not as yet, as the Lord leads. He will lead me and guide me, I will take his instructions,” Acting CoP Vanterpool responded, “My desire as a cop and enjoying my job has not changed. I enjoy going to work every day… It’s my passion and my drive.”

She said putting on her uniform every day brings her joy. 

Many people, including those in public office, have come out to support Acting CoP Vanterpool for the position.

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'Where is the petition' to make Jacqueline E. Vanterpool permanent CoP?- 'Masa' Pemberton

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Acting CoP Vanterpool is doing a 'fantastic job’- Gov Pruce

23 Responses to “Jacqueline E. Vanterpool says she has not yet reapplied for CoP position”

  • noted (23/04/2025, 12:00) Like (46) Dislike (0) Reply
    Ms. Commissioner (Acting) while you are still in charge please make Lower Estate road a two-way street again. There is no reason for persons to be using a drivable section of the government road as their permanent parking spaces, a car wash and storage for boats and equipment. The improper road usage causes traffic congestion and it affects many residents on a daily basis, especially this week when the road across from the police station was being fixed. Thank you in advance for addressing and fixing this issue.
    • hmm (23/04/2025, 15:33) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      That’s a good point , that now gives motorists another option to come off the highway and go around to get straight onto Main Street heading west bound
    • time to stop it (23/04/2025, 15:59) Like (25) Dislike (0) Reply
      and while you're at it please address the car wash in the parking lot on Wickham's Cay next along with the taxi stand in town with about 100 safaris, derelict coasters plus their personal use vehicle. Well Ms L. Smith we in the district have been watching the mess going on for too long. its time to clean up road town
  • Really? (23/04/2025, 13:36) Like (13) Dislike (2) Reply
    The commissioner has already been chosen, and all of us need to relax and wait to see who it is. Who it for it for.
  • smfh (23/04/2025, 13:51) Like (22) Dislike (14) Reply

    In 2025 and we have grown people talking this bul****? I have nothing against GOD and Religion but waiting for God to lead? This is someone we want leading our law enforcement? You either think you are fit for the job and want it or you're not. What's God supposed to tell you? You are Acting Commissioner now, always showed an interest in the job and now what? The reason that you are Acting Commissioner now isn't GOD? So, isn't he leading you? You are right there doing the job so why not hold the substantive post? I am really confused when people make these kinds of statements "waiting for God".... GOD has already put you in a position to succeed, stop with the cop out nonsense.

    • Marty Probasco (23/04/2025, 15:38) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      @smfh...God will deal with you.
    • Tigress (24/04/2025, 12:35) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      @smfh i so agree with you in this day and age people still talking duch nonsense if she knows her self and the way life works ahe is god and already has her answer. This fear that the old way i.e religion instill in us aint no longer necessary we create our realities she has the powrr and sound mind to do what she wants just claim the position and continue the service manifest manifest manifest nothing to do with god
  • police (23/04/2025, 14:30) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    God will take care of his children white supremacy cannot last forever
  • LET JUDGE WIGGIE (23/04/2025, 15:08) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    DECIDE YOUR FATE ) , SO TAKE IT TO HIS MAJESTY AND HE WILL TAKE IT TO THE GOVERNOR AND TAKE THE GOVERNOR TO SCHOOL ON WHAT HE WANTS DONE / AND TO GO BACK WHERE HE COME ~ ( ASAP ) SAME GOES FOR DEM ISLUND PEOPLE
  • All I know. (23/04/2025, 15:37) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    We need a lot, lot more foot patrol, too much driving up and down, waay too many young girls in the force put a freeze and female recruiting..No way two female should be patrolling the streets These politicians who are fighting the Governor for more power don't see these Issues..
  • Eldread (23/04/2025, 15:37) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    The onliest thing I will say , she need to quit this lord thing, as if she is superstitious, while those may pass as good value for our culture created by the same colonials, it doesn't say anything to the UK officials, they know that they enslaved us into thinking their fairytale story they harvested into our brain, vanterpool need to speak police science which she is very qualified in, stop this lord say this and that it doesn't sound good psychologically. Make scientific anoligies instead.
  • Yes I (23/04/2025, 16:17) Like (13) Dislike (6) Reply
    U are there more than 30years it ain't time now to bow out go down to HR and put in for your retirement enjoy your life tel Lourdes ready for you
    • NezRez (23/04/2025, 23:59) Like (17) Dislike (3) Reply
      The decision is hers if she wants to retire and enjoy the rest of her life here on earth. She gave enough years to this place, and now you all want to suck the life out of her that she has left? Maybe she is tired and just wants to relax and travel to see the world. Whatever she chooses, it is HER LIFE and HAPPINESS! I am her age and was so glad when I retired. I felt the weight lift off my shoulders, and I know retiring gave me a new outlook on life that I had neglected all of the years I gave and gave and gave. Now I am living happily and stress-free. I wake up when I want and sleep as long as I want. I even started craft hobbies that I gave up years ago because I was too tired after coming home from work. It was the best decision of my life. So, Miss Vanterpool, the ball is in your court. Whatever you decide, good luck and much happiness to you.
  • Buckingham (23/04/2025, 16:27) Like (1) Dislike (8) Reply
    what have black folks done wrong again for the British to be flying back here
  • Stealth (23/04/2025, 16:49) Like (12) Dislike (10) Reply
    ACoP Jacqueline Vanterpool if you don’t apply you and others are playing into Mount Olympus hands, giving it the excuse that no qualified local apply. Apply and force them to show their true colors, force them to choose. Their plan is to frustrate locals who are divided and willing to support John Bull candidates over their qualified own. Mount Olympus is aware that the local population is divided and exploit the division. I remember former UK-appointed Gov John Rankin flippingly, gleefully quipping that locals can only muster a handful of people to protect an issue,ie,, the COI recommending that the BVI constitution be suspended and UK direct rule instituted. The bloat was right, for the Great March of November 1949 had 1500 participating from a wide cross section of the territory. Today,, though and issue struggle to draw ten people. People want change but no one want to fight, sacrifice. They will wait till it is gone to cry rivers of tears about what happened. Ah yu stay waiting for yur neighbor to fight the battles when the neighbor too is waiting on you. Stand up and fight.

  • Hum (23/04/2025, 17:45) Like (4) Dislike (3) Reply
    If Lord lead ,she,s not fit for the job
    We need someone stong,not someone waiting for God to deceide for them
    Sorry
  • Malcolm X (23/04/2025, 18:38) Like (3) Dislike (5) Reply
    She is the best person for top cop
  • Never day never night (23/04/2025, 20:21) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Local commissioners are corrupt that why they stop select local. Them politician want a trump card to pull out of the deck when they desire. And people in high society to call in and have they’re sons or daughters release from custody and be able to take away peoples. Right in legal matter U all to bias and bad minded in the bvi
  • asura (23/04/2025, 20:23) Like (1) Dislike (7) Reply
    we need to march for Jacky this is wrong wrong wrong
  • Oil water (23/04/2025, 21:40) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Hey once the next one not from here and has honesty and integrity and not related to half the island then I I'm ok with that

    I dont see any positive work in the news about customs and immigration and they are lead by our people.. so I agree with them going under the governor maybe we might see some actual work being done
  • ok (24/04/2025, 06:17) Like (9) Dislike (3) Reply
    She’s not ready, and at her age and stage she will not be ready, I saw the advertisement and she is not qualified, transformational leader they seeking and she is not.
  • To racist governor (24/04/2025, 07:46) Like (4) Dislike (13) Reply
    Her work so far is top class she must be confirmed now now now
  • facts (24/04/2025, 16:42) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Collins developed her for the job. She must get it


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