UPDATE: Police called over bike incident @ ESHS– Education Ministry
The Education Ministry today, October 2023, said the on the campus that involved an alleged retaliation in connection with a stolen bike, “During the altercation, one student left the campus premises, prompting our school officials to initiate an immediate investigation. As a result of our evaluation of the situation, a decision was made to contact local law enforcement for assistance.
The statement added that authorities were already on campus when the student who had left the premises returned, accompanied by three other individuals on bikes, “Notably, one of these individuals was wearing a mask. We would like to clarify that upon the police's arrival and subsequent detainment of these individuals, no firearms or other weapons were found in their possession.”
Situation was brought under control - Ministry
According to the Education Ministry, the situation was swiftly brought under control in less than 15 minutes and parents fully informed with the details of the incident were promptly communicated via email and social media.
“Additionally, we allowed parents who wished to collect their children from school early to do so, prioritizing their peace of mind during this time of concern.”
The Education Ministry added that some misinformation circulating regarding this incident, which has led to unnecessary disruption both on and off-campus activity, “We urge all members of our community to rely on official updates and information from the school administration to ensure the accuracy of the details they receive.”
The Ministry of Education says it has an unwavering commitment to the safety and security of our students and staff and will maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy when it comes to matters of indiscipline and poor student conduct.
“The well-being of everyone within our school community remains our highest priority,” the Ministry said.
See previous story published today, October 9, 2023
Panic as armed persons allegedly enter ESHS compound
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- There was pandemonium at Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) as armed persons reportedly entered the compound to reportedly fight with students close to lunch time today, October 9, 2023.
According to reports reaching our newsroom, the armed persons were "hooded".
Videos shared with our newsroom showed students running away from the area where students usually converge for lunch under a big tent.
Photographs and videos shared also showed a heavy police presence at the school.
It is our understanding ESHS is on lockdown.
There have been no reports of injuries.
We will provide more information as it becomes available.
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61 Responses to “UPDATE: Police called over bike incident @ ESHS– Education Ministry”
Every other day they’re somewhere abroad BUT CAN’T PAY TEACHERS A DECENT SALARY.
It is ABSOLUTELY UNNECESSARY!!
Two scooters were blazing heading towards the high school area through Lower Estate (one rider looked enraged while the other had his face partially covered with an orange material)
Other persons saw partially masked individuals approaching the direction of the school.
The school is trying to save face. The children know what they saw. Imagine the children panicking and scared and still some of the teachers there shouting at them and acting like pigs. That school love to sweep things under the rug to much. Its about time us as parents stand up to the bullsh** that's going on in there. The children did see a gun , parents please don’t let the school fool you with the lies they are coming with.
Natalio still here or he gone again?????
Retarded system.
Start with bag checks again for everyone...staff, visitors, students...
Check ALL types of vehicles driving in on the campus too!
No uniform (for students), no entrance, without valid documentation.
The children see and hear the gun go off
Gun activity is a very serious matter because innocent people will become injured because of the foolishness: respect yourself, dust yourself off and get up stand up for the right
i can safely say those of we over 60 years never thought we would live to see our country in such a situation
If they were running away hmm that is odd nearly extraordinary.
this isnt the first time an unauthorized person entered this campus . they need to address that one problem there .
these same troublemakers be involved in these ‘ gang activity ‘ outside school , smuggling dřǔğs n wēāpōn inside school , fighting , etc.
this school just so focused on trying to look presentable & going as far as lying to keep up their reputation . - like how dem say it didnt have guns and it did . these people who ‘run’ the school are super ignorant .