A United Kingdom agency that inspects the UK’s police and fire services has sent a team to the Virgin Islands for the fieldwork phase of an ongoing review of the …
EDITORIAL: Is crime at a tipping point?
Crime in the Virgin Islands appears to be approaching a dangerous tipping point where the rule of law and the institutions that ensure it are at risk of being overwhelmed. …
Public asked to help cops curb crime
Following a daylight armed robbery on July 1 and a high-speed boat chase last week, National Security Council leaders acknowledged concern among community members about violent crime and asked for …
New police boat repaired, ready
Shortly after the police force’s new boat arrived in the territory in June, it was damaged when officers on patrol were pushed by a strong current onto a reef, Deputy …
Police to target illegal motorbikes
The police have drawn up a two-tiered approach to reduce the disturbances caused by motorbikes and all-terrain vehicles, according to a Monday press release. In response to complaints from residents, …
Senior cops trained in leadership skills, interviewing
Two dozen officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force recently completed an “Interview Skills and Management and Leadership for Supervisory Officers” training course, according to the Police Information Office. …
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