Delays in the territory’s Youth Court have led to a total of 34 outstanding juvenile cases, 22 of which are from last year, according to Health and Social Development Minister …
Women win first debate at prison
A team of female inmates recently won $500 by edging out their male counterparts in the first-ever debate held at His Majesty’s Prison, according to government. During the contest, which …
Inmates trained in ‘life skills’
Thirteen inmates at His Majesty’s Prison recently received certificates for successfully completing the institution’s Skills of Life Programme. The initiative aligned with the United Kingdom’s National Health Service curricula for …
Prison officers trained by senior UK officer
Last month, officers at His Majesty’s Prison in Balsam Ghut received training from a senior official from the United Kingdom. Laura Mitcheson, head of tactical response for His Majesty’s Prison …
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After 6 years on remand, woman cleared of murders
A woman who spent six years on remand at His Majesty’s Prison at Balsam Ghut was found not guilty of two counts of murder relating to a pair of fatal …
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UK leader pledges support for justice system
The United Kingdom will continue working to support His Majesty’s Prison, the police force, and other aspects of the Virgin Islands justice system, a senior official said following a visit …
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Erickson accused of helping run 2021 drug ring from HM Prison
After United States prosecutors decided to drop their four-year-old money-laundering case against Virgin Islander Nyron Erickson last month, he was released from house arrest on St. Thomas last week and …
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Gun-toting trio elude cops near prison
Three men in hoodies dropped a bag of guns as they fled police near His Majesty’s Prison on Sept. 21, according to the Police Information Office. No related arrests have …