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Police Constable interdicted from duty following firearm-related report

- RVIPF said report was of a domestic-related incident
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said its officers are investigating a report received of a domestic-related incident on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, involving one of its officers. Photo: RVIPF/File
Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has assured the public of the RVIPF’s commitment to the investigation and prosecution of any malfeasance committed by its members or any other member of the public service. Photo: RVIPF/File
Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has assured the public of the RVIPF’s commitment to the investigation and prosecution of any malfeasance committed by its members or any other member of the public service. Photo: RVIPF/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said its officers are investigating a report received of a domestic-related incident on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, involving one of its officers.

It said that, as part of ongoing investigations, a Police Constable was arrested for questioning and has since been interdicted from duty pending the outcome of the investigation.

Firearm involved

According to the RVIPF, a firearm was involved. There was no mention of whether the weapon was fired.

"The RVIPF continues investigations into the matter. Further updates will be provided as necessary."

Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has assured the public of the RVIPF’s commitment to the investigation and prosecution of any malfeasance committed by its members or any other member of the public service. 

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