The Criminal Investigation Bureau is currently investigating a third-degree assault that took place on Saturday, May 17, at approximately 10 p.m., where the male victim reported that he was attacked with a machete, the V.I. Police Department reported.
The victim reported that he was standing outside his vehicle, which was parked on Julian Jackson Highway, directly in front of Brewers Beach. The victim stated that a male suspect approached him and attacked him with a knife, resulting in a laceration to the victim’s head, according to the police report.
The VIPD is asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information regarding the suspect to come forward. Individuals with information can report it by calling the 911 Emergency Call Center or contacting Detective E. Rijo of the Criminal Investigation Bureau at (340) 774-2211.
For those wishing to provide information anonymously, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers V.I. at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS). The VIPD assures the public that all tips will be kept confidential, allowing contributors to remain anonymous if they so choose.
