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RVIPF charges one of its officers for alleged drug offences

- Troy St Helen had been interdicted from duty earlier this year
Sergeant Troy St Helen, 39, had been interdicted from duty earlier this year following his suspected involvement in the January drug seizure. Photo: Team of Reporters
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) yesterday, July 29, 2021, one of its own, charged suspended Sergeant Troy St Helen of Jennings Hill, for possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of a controlled drug. Photo: VINO/File
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) yesterday, July 29, 2021, one of its own, charged suspended Sergeant Troy St Helen of Jennings Hill, for possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of a controlled drug. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Police yesterday, July 29, 2021, charged suspended Sergeant Troy St Helen of Jennings Hill for possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of a controlled drug.

According to a press release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) today, July 30, 2021, St Helen was scheduled to appear in the Magistrate’s Court today.

The RVIPF said St Helen, 39, had been interdicted from duty earlier this year following his suspected involvement in the January drug seizure. He will be the third male charged in that operation which resulted in the seizure of over 200 kilos of cocaine.

Shaun Massicott, 28, of East End was also charged with possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply and being concerned with the supply of a controlled drug. Devon Bedford of Harrigan Estate had been previously charged in the matter.

During an operation on January 19 of this year in the Brandywine area, officers of the Force intercepted a rental vehicle. A search of that vehicle uncovered a large quantity of cocaine. A subsequent search of a second vehicle uncovered a smaller quantity of cocaine. A boat was seized as part of that operation.

50 Responses to “RVIPF charges one of its officers for alleged drug offences”

  • u (30/07/2021, 16:36) Like (15) Dislike (5) Reply
    Three down many more to go I wander who then is
  • Yes (30/07/2021, 17:05) Like (20) Dislike (1) Reply
    Weed them out, only time will tell
    • cycle (30/07/2021, 18:33) Like (17) Dislike (5) Reply
      Weed them out and importing their countrymen as replacements is silly and self destructive.
      They were imported to police their countrymen whose behaviour contributed to overwhelming amount of crime.The answer is touchable the demographic makeup of the VI.
      • agreed (31/07/2021, 07:32) Like (4) Dislike (4) Reply
        Efforts in the direction of changing the demographic makeup of the VI is the solution.
        Crime was a rare occurrence prior to importation and status giveaways en masse to immigrants from our neighbouring islands where crime rates highest in the world.
        The main reason why the VI attracted investors and flourished.
        Building with quality is a no-brainer.
  • VG1110 (30/07/2021, 17:38) Like (26) Dislike (1) Reply
    can we see photos: will we ever find out how many years this officer was dope dealing before he was caught; how many within the police force knew about his unlawful conduct and said nothing: can they be a CoI surrounding the police because where does the money from the various drug bust goes: furthermore where does the unlawful substances goes: there is factual proof that there is wrong doing within ranks of the royal virgin islands police force:

    so only departments headed by locals are subjected to commission of inquiries

    it will be nice simply for clarity and transparency within the royal police force that the people of the territory sees a similar commission of inquiry

    the same department run around this place with weapons have dirty hands; the police like the politicians are expected to upstanding: when will the police be questioned
    • @VG1110 (31/07/2021, 07:31) Like (20) Dislike (7) Reply
      As an expat I am ashamed when I read about issues like this. I must point out though, that the way some people behave is as if Drug Traffic and other crimes were brought here by Island people. I have lived here long enough to know that is not true. It is a trade that have been going on long before the first Island man set foot on these Islands. Do you know the amount of locals who stole from their places of employment banks and Government Departments including and it was swept under the rug because someone wanted to protect the "Family"? I agree that some of these people came here criminally tainted but the Territory creates opportunity to plant and grow crimes. As you are aware Criminals are worship as heroes here....well according to your status.
      • @@VG1110 (31/07/2021, 11:43) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
        you tell me.....
        how can you come to the British Virgin Islands: Take an Oath to uphold certain Laws of this territory in a post of a police officer and found dope dealing(as a Sergeant of police)...stop trying to validate your stupidness with sentences

        try simmer down
        i born meet folks from all over the world calling british virgin islands home and we talking dam near 70 years(teachers; doctors; lawyers and the beat goes on)

        stay focused to the fact of the matter
        here is police officer not a plumber or bartender transporting an unlawful substance....how many persons have he arrested for the very same criminal offense

        if you have children he might have lockup your child for ai dime bag: the issue have nothing to do with drug trafficking because everyone cant be a Bishop or Hairdresser

        A dirty cop can get his fellow police officers killed
        if you want to run dope simply resign from the royal virgin islands police force(u run talk that

      • Hail Mary (31/07/2021, 13:53) Like (2) Dislike (4) Reply
        I am convinced that many Caribbean Islands, their sons and daughters of the soil are cursed and harbors an evil spirit. Here there and everywhere they go they are compelled to serve Satan in some fashion. They arrive and they never ever dissappoint.
  • Xxx (30/07/2021, 17:58) Like (19) Dislike (5) Reply
    I always Wondered where he got all the money from
  • 911 (30/07/2021, 18:16) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Oh brother
  • (30/07/2021, 18:16) Like (11) Dislike (3) Reply
    Now we know where the problem realy was!
  • The Reaper (30/07/2021, 18:27) Like (16) Dislike (5) Reply
    The 95% of the police force is C__________
  • Hvv (30/07/2021, 18:28) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    Only the grunts will be named
  • Hmm (30/07/2021, 19:05) Like (20) Dislike (1) Reply
    The same police who does take your weed and smoke it good for him
  • Eagle Eye (30/07/2021, 19:22) Like (12) Dislike (18) Reply
    I trust white police
    • Vex nuh rass (30/07/2021, 21:50) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Get your own god damm name, faker
    • WOW (25/10/2021, 14:52) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      No matter the race they can obviously be deceiving.
      Though it doesn't seem like you have been watching international news.
  • Well Sir (30/07/2021, 19:23) Like (12) Dislike (2) Reply
    Troy u ah make darm joke man shame on you
  • YES SIR (30/07/2021, 19:26) Like (17) Dislike (3) Reply
    Pretty face and bad carector
  • man (30/07/2021, 19:30) Like (9) Dislike (3) Reply
    Say who your supplier are don't be afraid me son
    • @man (31/07/2021, 09:43) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
      We jus see what happen if you don't pay the supplier. They clean house. What you think is going to happen if they start to talk?... they kill your family to
      • Well (01/08/2021, 09:36) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        We would live nevertheless .
        Killing the economy instead ???
        Family could have and should have made noise against and introduce a full stop naaah they enjoying and sashayin and posin with the illicit proceeds.
  • jah (30/07/2021, 20:36) Like (14) Dislike (2) Reply
    Back then he did want lock me up for loud music..tables has turn now..never try to take advantage of the system when you could be replaceable...
  • Rental Car (30/07/2021, 21:35) Like (16) Dislike (0) Reply
    Who do these rental cars belong to. We have to start looking deeper into some of these operations.
  • ay (30/07/2021, 21:41) Like (7) Dislike (2) Reply
    Somebody ratting! Lol
  • 284 (30/07/2021, 21:49) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    How in the world you gon put hungry rats to mind juicy cheese??? C’mon now!!
  • hmmm (30/07/2021, 21:49) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    I know somthing was fishy about him long time. If it quacks like a duck it can't be a chicken
  • Well (31/07/2021, 05:05) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    The blind could see that the ex Bose was the problem no name no warrant see how things are going now
  • Shameful (31/07/2021, 06:43) Like (12) Dislike (2) Reply
    Whatever happens in darknesses will come to light. Them so will manhandle young men for a joint meanwhile they are peddling more dangerous stuff. The love of Money is the root of evil and will make some do anything then they cannot even enjoy it.
    • Lesson Learn. (31/07/2021, 11:11) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      From young I was always told, if you cant do bad by yourself, leave bad alone...Or, One day U will get Rat out...
  • Oo7 (31/07/2021, 08:42) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
    Wow him an his brothers
  • HELP! (31/07/2021, 11:58) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
    Why do you write like you speak. Is that how you were taught in school. We like to understand the comments made.
  • TIme... (31/07/2021, 14:40) Like (3) Dislike (3) Reply
    This is a setup but justice will prevail.
  • con-plan (31/07/2021, 15:23) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    a former commissioner got very irate after the barge system was set in place to assist with border security during lockdown. it is remarkable how the former commissioner came into the territory and did nothing for 5 years to strengthen the borders which came under his portfolio: some of us began to question the amount of money associated with barge system: while some of us thinking the border security system is not being addressed because of who rules and monopolize the costal waters of the territory: most of you keep looking at the power boaters as the only transportation for dope BUT forgetting the sail-boaters and divers fully capable of moving dope as well

  • T (31/07/2021, 15:45) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    The second one where is his photo?
  • WOW (31/07/2021, 17:22) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    thank God for the media because no press conferences from the police commissioner on this matter cover up or cover down
  • Enforcer (31/07/2021, 20:23) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Let justice prevail . The society deserves a crop of officers dedicated to adherence to our laws.
  • The Reaper (31/07/2021, 20:25) Like (11) Dislike (3) Reply
    Sorry …All them police need to stay in there home country and protect there borders ….they don’t care about BvI……..Money money money…..Mr commissioner clean them up….That St V. Police one, don’t think it’s over for u and your friends….The thing starting now!!!!!!
  • Balo x mate (01/08/2021, 06:38) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Alot of Police into drugs. send them up. We waiting on them. Ti gah alot of man in the jail cell them waiting on he to arrive. They going gi he a warm welcome.
  • No cover up (01/08/2021, 07:12) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Good cops bad cops cops who kill people and cops who robbed! Some cops only in it to do dirty stuff to get rich fast,not trying to protect and serve.shame shame shame don’t know who to trust.they same one come and kill you too .so much unsolved murder in this small place.
    • @ no cover up (01/08/2021, 10:28) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      who to trust, kinda scary when you have problems trusting a police department because police officers were among others that took items from businesses after 2017 hurricane:hurtful part a youngster was given 3 years at HMP for a television however no update on the police officers involved in stealing the people's property: those we voted for says nothing on these matters like them afraid of the united kingdom representatives
      but one thing the 13 of them good for is going after one another at house of assembly......RVIP full to flowing over with criminals where is the commissioner

  • u (01/08/2021, 07:17) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply

    What about the tola one who out on bail is everything ok with him he allegedly had a container full he did not do better lol

  • lol (01/08/2021, 13:35) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply

    A**** is crooked..long time.

  • Atlanta (01/08/2021, 14:52) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    watched the house of assembly thursday as the opposition leader was very dramatic about the matter with deputy house speaker over a contract
    will the member from district 9 shed any light on the continuous criminal conduct in the police force or penn just have it in for own country people. the police boy was laid off back in january 2021 some 7 months later it became public knowledge

  • Jerry Teeler (01/08/2021, 16:28) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    May end up sending in officers from the U. K. when all of the current police force evenfually end up in prison.
  • x con (01/08/2021, 18:44) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    3 police officers went before high court for tampering with evidence back in 2019 those guys still walking free in our society; justice system is joke


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