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Police Commissioner Cleared in Investigation for Officer-Involved Shooting

V.I. Police Department Commissioner Ray Martinez was under investigation for an officer-involved shooting without injuries, the V.I. Police Department reported Tuesday.

VIPD Announces St. Thomas Carnival Mask Guidelines.

Individuals observed wearing a full-face covering or ski mask will be asked to have the mask removed immediately as a security safety measure.

Social Media Post and 911 Call Prompt Lockdown at St. Croix Public School

Police were summoned onto a St. Croix public school campus Monday after a threatening message was found circulating among students over a social media platform. A source familiar with the incident said classes were temporarily suspended while an investigation got under way.

Second Suspect in 2022 Shooting of Sean Joseph Arrested

The second suspect in a 2022 shooting of Sean Joseph was apprehended on an arrest warrant Friday, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

VIPD Announces St. Thomas Carnival Mask Guidelines

Members of the public, event promoters, and carnival vendors will not be allowed to wear ski masks or other full-face coverings during the St. Thomas Carnival season of events, specifically J’ouvert, the V.I. Police Department reported.

Former Business Manager Arrested for Fraud

A former business manager on St. Croix was arrested on a warrant Tuesday on fraud charges, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

Darren Bess Extradited to St. Croix to Face Murder Charges

Darren Bess was extradited to St. Croix on Monday and charged with the 2021 murder of Kevin Jerome, the V.I. Police Department reported. 

Mother Accused of Murdering Nine-Year-Old Makes Initial Court Appearance

Editor's Note: This story contains mention of child abuse and mental health issues and could be upsetting to some readers.

Auto Accident Near Cruz Bay Traffic Circle Leaves One Man Dead

An auto accident near the Cruz Bay Traffic Circle claimed the life of an elderly man over the weekend. Police say the incident apparently began when the driver of a Ford Explorer lost control at the top of a steep hill heading westbound towards town on Saturday.

Mother Charged with Murder of Nine-Year-Old

Mourning and outrage over the killing of a nine-year-old girl Saturday intensified on St. Thomas as police announced the arrest of her mother on murder charges Monday.

Crime Stoppers Needs Your Help

Crime Stoppers V.I. offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest of individuals responsible for past homicides on St. Thomas, St. Croix, or St. John, involvement in government corruption, manufacturing and/or distributing drugs and trafficking guns.

Girl, 9, Found Dead on St. Thomas

Emergency responders found a 9-year-old girl dead on St. Thomas early Friday, police said Saturday. The nature of the death and where exactly the girl died are still under investigation by the Virgin Islands Police Department.

Man Faces Domestic Violence Charges for Assaulting Woman

Junior Jones was taken into custody Saturday facing domestic violence charges, the V.I. Police Department reported.

Woman Arrested for Tasing her Minor Child

A female minor reported to police officers that she was assaulted by her mother, Willichia Hughes March 13, 2024, the V.I. Police Department reported.

Woman Charged with Fraud Surrenders

An investigation into Love Pluviose resulted in multiple charges and an arrest without incident Friday the V.I. Police Department reported.

ECU Arrests 32-year-old Man for Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card

Man arrested Friday without incident following an investigation by the Economic Crimes Unit, the V.I. Police Department reported.

Day-Tripping Identity Thief Gets Extended Stay in Prison

A day-tripping visitor who went on a $20,000 Main Street shopping spree with someone else’s credit card was sentenced to two years in federal prison. Just before sentencing the prosecutor told the judge the June 2022 incident was the latest in a string of similar swindles perpetrated by the defendant.

Judge Orders Perfect Balance Penalties

A Florida businesswoman who admitted to taking advantage of her Virgin Islands clients after hurricanes Irma and Maria was sentenced to six months of home confinement on Thursday. The judge presiding over the hearing told defendant Alexandra Smyth he did not think her punishment should include jail time.

Docket Briefs: Felonious Immigrant Attempts Re-entry and Words of Regret from A Smuggler Far From Home

A convicted felon who was expelled from the United States after serving a prison term in Florida was back in court this week on St. Thomas, this time charged with illegal re-entry. Prosecutors said the defendant used a fake passport in September 2023 in an attempt to board a flight to Miami from the Cyril E. King Airport. 

Judicial Branch Announces Court Closures in Observance of Scheduled Holidays

Administrator of Courts Regina Petersen advises the public and members of the Virgin Islands Bar Association that in observance of Transfer Day and the Easter holidays, the Judicial Branch will be closed in both districts on the following days.
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