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UDDATE: Body of Bernard George was already decaying when found- Police

- RVIPF appeals to public for information
The body of local fisherman Bernard George was already in a state of decomposition when discovered at Handsome Bay Beach on the evening of Friday, February 28, 2025. Photo: Team of Reporters
The body of Bernard George was found at Handsome Bay Beach, on Virgin Gorda. Photo: Internet Source
The body of Bernard George was found at Handsome Bay Beach, on Virgin Gorda. Photo: Internet Source
HANDSOME BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The body of local fisherman Bernard George was already in a state of decomposition when discovered at Handsome Bay Beach on the evening of Friday, February 28, 2025.

This may suggest Mr George was dead for more than a day. It is also unclear if a missing person's report was filed.

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) in a press release on Saturday, March 1, 2025, said it is investigating the discovery of the body and also disclosed that it was already decaying.

"Upon arrival, an investigation was immediately launched to determine the circumstances surrounding the discovery."

Police appeals to public for info

The RVIPF is now appealing to anyone who may have seen or had recent contact with Mr George to come forward.

"Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is encouraged to contact the RVIPF’s Intelligence Unit at 368-9339 or anonymously via the Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-8477 (TIPS)."

Police said further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

See previous article published March 1, 2025

Body of local Virgin Gordian found @ Handsome Bay Beach

-identified as retired fisherman Bernard George

 Sometime early this morning, Saturday, March 1, 2025, the body of a male was discovered at Handsome Bay Beach on Virgin Gorda. 

Family members have told our news centre that the body is believed to be that of retired fisherman Bernard George of North Sound.

While the deceased lived in the Valley, he also worked for many years before his retirement at the Little Dix Bay Hotel and Resort. After leaving the resort he took up fishing and used to dive for whelks and conchs. 

His body is on its way by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Marine Boat to the state-owned mouge in Road Town, the capital city, on the main island of Tortola where an autopsy will be performed to confirm the cause of death. 

The late Mr George is believed to be in his late 60s and was born in Virgin Gorda. 

The management and staff of Virgin Islands News Online extend our condolences to his immediate family and other loved ones. 

20 Responses to “UDDATE: Body of Bernard George was already decaying when found- Police”

  • … (01/03/2025, 12:50) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    So sad rip
  • Gumption Official (01/03/2025, 13:05) Like (25) Dislike (0) Reply
    So unfortunate. Condolences to the family and friends. It seems so traditional. Few years ago I loss my dad in the same situation around the same kind of season. I know of others as well. I pray that all future fishermen or woman take an extra person with them and just have each others back.
    • @Gumption (03/03/2025, 09:24) Like (4) Dislike (4) Reply
      An extra person is a great idea, as would be wearing personal flotation devices when on the water. Would also be great if everyone was taught how to swim and water survival tactics.
      • Honestly Speaking (03/03/2025, 11:34) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
        Think before you speaking. The guy was a diver not a top sea fisherman. How will a floational device help one who life is set under the water. Set idiot's does be commenting
  • No white bwoy jesus comin back here (01/03/2025, 13:10) Like (4) Dislike (13) Reply
    condolences to his family and friends. Provide a picture please, thank you.
    • smh (01/03/2025, 17:18) Like (9) Dislike (5) Reply
      You’re so focused on colour instead of your soul and spirit. Yeshua does not look at colour.

      The ignorance of some of you who are fixated on the colour of His skin.
  • Lamp Shade (01/03/2025, 13:28) Like (2) Dislike (23) Reply
    Fada Gad, please let it not be true! Let it not be true Fada Gad. Not bernard! How could this happen?!? Is the police involved as it sounds fishy!??
  • Fam (01/03/2025, 14:36) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Rest in power brother
  • charles (01/03/2025, 15:22) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
    RIP Pappy Dingo. Used to work with dis man Little Dix. Pappy Dingo was well loved and will be missed
  • sad to see (01/03/2025, 15:22) Like (6) Dislike (2) Reply
    I cant believe it. Pappy Dingo this cant be true.
  • cousin (01/03/2025, 17:02) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
    So so sad to hear this. Him and I fished and many a Saturdays right there in Handsome Bay, sometimes almost to the Copper Mine. He loved the water and fishing. RIP cous, glad I had those times with you and I won’t forget. Condolences to the family. ????????
  • valley massive (01/03/2025, 19:21) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Rest easy pappy dingo.
  • @SMH (01/03/2025, 19:28) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Some of us will never get it we're the living dead. Captives of our own mind. Ain't no use to even try.
  • dread (01/03/2025, 19:31) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
    One of us is gone home
    • Eagle Eye (02/03/2025, 07:58) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
      @dread. Gone away from home you mean. Colanize indoctrinated mind set.
  • ER (02/03/2025, 05:12) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    @lam shed police officer should sue your a*s what kind of nonsense is that are you ok it doesn't sound so
  • bvibuzz (02/03/2025, 09:33) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    He was a good man thanks for the photo vino
  • VG (02/03/2025, 12:33) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
    He was a kind hearted and easy going person. He will be greatly missed. RIP
  • Just want to say (02/03/2025, 23:00) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    When going out near or in the ocean fishing or diving all ways have a buddy system in the event something goes wrong.
  • noooo (03/03/2025, 00:13) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    Take Omari but this one please


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