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More senior police officers needed at public events – residents
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - In the wake of the many fights and disorderly behaviour exhibited by some patrons at the recently concluded 2013 Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival activities, a call has been made for the presence of more senior officers at such public events.
14 fights reported at Festival Grounds Tuesday night!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – It was not exactly on the night of a full moon but whatever accounted for the many altercations that ensued at the Ira Oliver Skelton Festiville on July 30, 2013, the police are interested in hearing. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has even stepped up its presence at the village and has announced a no-tolerance stance for the breach of the peace.
Gov. McCleary appoints David Morris as Commissioner of Police
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In a move that does not come as any surprise, the controversial United Kingdom appointed Governor William B. McCleary has appointed David Morris as the Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
CoP Morris concerned about spate of armed robberies
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Acting Commissioner of Police, Mr David Morris acknowledged that he was concerned about the current state of crime and security within the Territory in general and specifically in relation to a recent spate of petty thefts and armed robberies.
Partnerships seen as key for RVIPF security expo - Ag. Commissioner
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Acting Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), Mr David Morris, indicated that one of the main concerns that the Force has is getting businesses as well as the public and wider community together in terms of a partnership in relation to security.
Unruly parents put a damp on Prince & Princess Show
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The smooth flow and excitement of the annual Prince and Princess Show at the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall on July 21, 2013 were rudely interrupted by a few parents who seemed eager to steal the spotlight from the children on stage, although for all the wrong reasons. Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) even had to step in to restore order as one of the parents seemed intent on having a free for all brawl.
RVIPF hopes security expo draws cellphone, garage owners
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force hopes that cellular phone owners, managers of garages and yacht charter firms will come to view items available at the rescheduled Security Expo tomorrow (Tuesday, 23 July).
One-Day Security Expo Gathers Momentum
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - A number of businesses and security firms around the Territory are already registered to display their security items at the first-ever Security Expo on Thursday, July 18 at the Noel Lloyd Action Movement Park.
$100,000 reward offered for info in Francis’ murder
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Royal Virgin Islands Police are offering a reward of up to $100,000 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Cornel Melbourne Francis.
RVIPF, Customs, crew of HMS Lancaster engage in exercises
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force and HM Customs were engaged in a live exercise today with the crew from the HMS Lancaster.
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