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9 auxiliary officers added to RVIPF

- Graduation of Cohort 7 officers was held July 24, 2024; Ashaneke Williams is Best Graduating Officer
The top brass of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) with Cohort 7, standing behind, on July 24, 2024. Photo: VINO
The Best Graduating Auxiliary Officer was Ashaneke Williams, left, who received the DCP Jacqueline E. Vanterpool Award for Best Auxiliary Officer. Photo: VINO
The Best Graduating Auxiliary Officer was Ashaneke Williams, left, who received the DCP Jacqueline E. Vanterpool Award for Best Auxiliary Officer. Photo: VINO
Zenique Pope-Christopher copped the PC Delplesche Award for Best Drill and Sgt. Bobb & Pc Ramprashad Award for Best at Physical. Photo: VINO
Zenique Pope-Christopher copped the PC Delplesche Award for Best Drill and Sgt. Bobb & Pc Ramprashad Award for Best at Physical. Photo: VINO
Best Graduating Auxiliary Officer Ashaneke Williams, seen here with Commissioner of Police Mark Collins, also received the Mr Westmore Jeffers award for Best at Auxiliary Duty Subjects. Photo: VINO
Best Graduating Auxiliary Officer Ashaneke Williams, seen here with Commissioner of Police Mark Collins, also received the Mr Westmore Jeffers award for Best at Auxiliary Duty Subjects. Photo: VINO
Left: Zenique Pope-Christopher, who copped the PC Delplesche Award for Best Drill and Sgt. Bobb & Pc Ramprashad Award for Best at Physical. Right: Wennicia Williams, who received the Sgt Blackwood Award for Most Disciplined Officer. Photo: VINO
Left: Zenique Pope-Christopher, who copped the PC Delplesche Award for Best Drill and Sgt. Bobb & Pc Ramprashad Award for Best at Physical. Right: Wennicia Williams, who received the Sgt Blackwood Award for Most Disciplined Officer. Photo: VINO
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has seen an addition of 9 auxiliary officers, who recently completed their 6-week training as part of Cohort 7.

Awards

The graduation ceremony occurred at the Wilson T. Sylvester Recreational Facility at the Road Town Police Station on Wednesday, July 24, 2024.

The Best Graduating Officer was Ashaneke Williams, who received the DCP Jacqueline E. Vanterpool Award for Best Auxiliary Officer.

Williams, a national of Jamaica, also received the Mr Westmore Jeffers Award for Best at Auxiliary Duty Subjects.

Kenroy Matthias received the award for Best at Evidence and  Loren Rymer picked up the award for Leadership.

Meanwhile, Zenique Pope-Christopher copped the PC Delplesche Award for Best Drill and Sgt. Bobb & Pc Ramprashad Award for Best at Physical.

Wennicia Williams received the Sgt Blackwood Award for Most Disciplined Officer.

‘Remember the importance of integrity’- CoP Collins

Police Commissioner Mark Collins said the journey for Cohort 7, which comprised 7 females and 2 males, has been marked by intense training, rigorous learning, and profound personal growth and that the officers’ dedication, perseverance, and unwavering focus have been exemplary.

“As you step into your new roles, remember the importance of integrity, compassion, and respect. Uphold the law with fairness, treat every individual with dignity, and continuously seek to improve,” Mr Collins stated.

‘You have the power to inspire trust’- DCP Vanterpool

Deputy Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool said it was with great pride and admiration that she extended heartfelt congratulations to each member of Cohort 7 on their remarkable achievement.

“Today marks a significant milestone in your journey as you officially join the esteemed ranks of Auxiliary Officers. Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment throughout your training have not gone unnoticed. You have demonstrated exceptional resilience and an unwavering spirit, embodying the core values of our police force. This accomplishment is a testament to your hard work and the support of your families, trainers, and colleagues.”

DCP Vanterpool told the officers to remember that they are now part of a long and honourable tradition of service.

“Your duties will be challenging, but the impact you will have on our community is immeasurable. You have the power to inspire trust, ensure safety, and foster a sense of security among the people you serve,” DCP Vanterpool remarked.

Acting Governor David D. Archer Jr was one of the persons who gave remarks.

The Guest Speaker was Cohort 4 graduate, Constable Roxanne Itwaru of Virgin Gorda.

10 Responses to “9 auxiliary officers added to RVIPF”

  • Voter6 (25/07/2024, 13:44) Like (3) Dislike (3) Reply
    THERES ONE WHO I THINK IS MENTALLY SICK THAT IS IN THE FORCE AND ITS ONLY FOR THE MONEY NO MANNERS FILTHY MOUTH. IN ALL MY YEARS ON EARTH I HAVE NEVER NO OR SEE A POLICE LIKE HIM.
  • lord o. (25/07/2024, 15:36) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Where do they work. What work do they do ? We not seeing them. Its almost 200 or more. Where are they. What do they do. Will be nice of commissioner can give us a brake down of their allocation..I know things change but 90 police in the 80s and 90s seems to be more effective than 200 in 2020 plus. Maybe an allocation report may justify what they do and their production..
  • resident (25/07/2024, 16:04) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    can someone tell the dg that hat and bowtie combo is corny as h ell
  • Facts Please (25/07/2024, 17:08) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    So the Commissioner is on Island then and not flown off as you suggested!!
  • Duty panty (25/07/2024, 19:23) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    WOW NO AWARD I N THE NAMES OF OFFICERS WHO WORK SO HARD TO THE END IN THIS POLICE FORCE VERNON MALONE .ANDY BLACKMAN GREGORY ALLEYNE RICHARD HOLDER AND MORE YOU GUYS ARE SO SELF SELFISH
  • Maths man (25/07/2024, 23:11) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    Hopefully y'all hired properly this time bcuz i still don't understand how that female officer have husband who clearly had an illegal gun to shoot her at UPS wtf
  • MORALS (26/07/2024, 09:22) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Where is the young lady that has a restraining order against her and fought a police in the station (vg)? Police often had to speak to her in regards to threatening people's life.
    The community is disheartened to say the least. We must raise the standard of who must take up such roles.
  • More Punishment for the BVI (28/07/2024, 18:03) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    So you all get more police to sit down in the police station and collect a salary... You have so much police officers... So much unsolved murders... I sick and tired of this... We need a police reform... More police presence is needed in the BVI. This is sickening. Fix it Commissioner fix it... Salary plus two increments... Not seeing what work they doing to deserve this...


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