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Gunmen rob staff of beauty supplies store in Baughers Bay

- items taken included over $3500 that represented the store’s earnings for the day
According to reports reaching our newsroom, the employees of Dave Beauty Supply, had made their way out of the store around 7:45 pm when they were pounced on by two masked men brandishing firearms last evening, April 15, 2021. Photo: Team of Reporters
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- At least three female staff members of a beauty supplies store in Baughers Bay were left traumatised last evening, April 15, 2021, after they were robbed at gunpoint.

According to reports reaching our newsroom, the employees of Dave Beauty Supply, had made their way out of the store around 7:45 pm when they were pounced on by two masked men brandishing firearms.

The men, who were reportedly dressed in black and wearing ‘hoodies’, relieved the women of their handbags and fled on foot.

Our newsroom was told that among the items taken were the store’s earnings for the day, which amounted to over $3,500.

Other items taken included passports, work permit cards, cellphones and an iPad.

According to our senior police sources, the employees described the robbers as dark-skinned black local accented male persons about 5’6” and they were fully dressed in all black hoodies, long pants and black sneakers.

Investigations continue.

66 Responses to “Gunmen rob staff of beauty supplies store in Baughers Bay”

  • ccc (16/04/2021, 10:54) Like (6) Dislike (66) Reply
    The police force under Mathews has failed us
    • @ccc (16/04/2021, 14:12) Like (47) Dislike (2) Reply
      You are the one that has failed us.
      You know or see something, say something.
      That is the only way crimes are solved.
    • x (16/04/2021, 14:24) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
      Ok. He gone.
    • Rubber Duck (16/04/2021, 14:47) Like (29) Dislike (3) Reply
      What has failed is the education system, the social system and the economy of the BVI.
    • Hmmmm (16/04/2021, 16:26) Like (16) Dislike (8) Reply
      No ur local hoodlums let u down go look work like we island people
    • try again (17/04/2021, 07:48) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      Censored first time, but:

      Congratulations! You found the evil caucasian in a story that doesn't seem to have one in it!
      This is now officially a VINO story. Let the race hate begin ... :
  • lessppl (16/04/2021, 10:59) Like (40) Dislike (3) Reply
    why they don't go look for work!!!
  • Hmmm (16/04/2021, 11:01) Like (55) Dislike (7) Reply
    There are there sitting down on the corners selling weed and other illegal drugs everyday. The government ministers and police pass them there everyday smoking. Our government is responsible for all these happenings. More to come.
    • Be Observant (16/04/2021, 12:26) Like (24) Dislike (16) Reply
      We going smoke weed till we can't smoke no more..GOD put it on earth for us to make use of it...Put Your Faith In GOD!!! They Will Hide The Truth From You People but this is the Cure To All Sickness/Disease Out Here!!! Throw them vaccines in the garbage bins...

      ~FREEDOM DOESN'T EXIST IF NATURE IS ILLEGAL~
      • look (16/04/2021, 14:10) Like (40) Dislike (7) Reply
        Smoke all the weed you want but have some respect about it, don’t steal from others to support your weed habit. If you can’t support your weed habit then quit.
        • @Look (16/04/2021, 15:46) Like (9) Dislike (14) Reply
          Stop the noise sound just like them who in your head about taking vaccine...Look Like You Need A JOINT mehn..

          I'm A Ganja Planter Wa Crap You Telling Me Bout Stealing Weed B**ch..I Grow That Sh**

          ONE SPLIFF A DAY KEEP THE EVIL AWAY!!!

          Puff, Puff, BE GONE!!!

          • @Look (16/04/2021, 15:57) Like (6) Dislike (8) Reply
            Btw Look For Andrew And Tell Him Give Us Work To Do Or If Not Stfu...
            • godfather (16/04/2021, 19:27) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
              gimme gimme gimme...wastes of human protoplasm..
              Andrew created this as district rep starting with their mommas and poppas.
          • @ “@ look” (16/04/2021, 16:54) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
            Hear this next one...where in the Bible you see splif, sage, etc keeping evil away.

            Repenting, obeying Christ, praying is the only way to ward off evil.
          • @@look (16/04/2021, 21:54) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
            No, no, no BOBO, how does the vaccine play in this? Did I mention anything about the vaccine? You take it if you want to, you don’t take it if you don’t want to. Oh, buy the way I took my vaccine B***hA**. PUFF, PUFF RIGHT BACK TO YOU FROM MY BACKYARD SHE SHACK. AT LEAST I CAN AFFORD MY WEED HABIT. EOULD YOU LIKE FOR ME TO SEND YOU OVER A GLASS OF MY FAVORITE RED?
          • @@look (16/04/2021, 22:05) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
            Who accuse you of stealing weed? You plant it, you plant it who cares? DO YOU.
      • @ Be Observant (16/04/2021, 16:49) Like (8) Dislike (6) Reply
        Which part you see in the Bible God said to smoke. Try keep God name out your self-conceived ways.

        God referenced food not smoking and of course God expects us to have wisdom not to eat what could harm you like poison ivy and marijuana on the brain and lungs.

        And God said, “Behold, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is on the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit. You shall have them for food. (Gen. 1:29)

        Recreational marijuana use is not consistent with anything the Word of God tells us about the Christian life. We are to be transformed by the renewing of our minds (Romans 12:2), not by the deadening of our minds. We are to be sober-minded about the devil’s schemes (1 Peter 5:8–9), not so stoned that we don’t even care. We are to be filled with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18), not baked/blasted/wasted by what is undeniably a harmful drug.

        • Be Observant (16/04/2021, 18:29) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
          Cociane makes you crazy and maujuana brings peace don't get it twisted...
        • Be Observant (16/04/2021, 18:32) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
          The system got you fool too Maujuana Is A Plant that you can use for many purposes..including any sickness/disease out there...
        • rastafari (16/04/2021, 23:22) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
          The bible said in 2 samuel 22:9 "smoke rose from his nostrils"
    • ... (16/04/2021, 14:33) Like (15) Dislike (3) Reply
      You all always quick to point fingers at the Youths sitting on the Corners. In harsh Reality, Be in for a turn of Events when the Culprits are caught. To recall old story! There was a Time when Jewelry Stores and Other Businesses were being robbed on Main Street. Upon further Investigation, the word on the Street is that it was a Member of The Royal Police Force. Don't take My words, do the Research. Individual was on leave upon entering Beef Island him buddies tipped him off and he left the Territory. So stop with the crap of pointing fingers at the Youths sitting on the Corners. Atleast, you know where they are.
  • fax (16/04/2021, 11:01) Like (27) Dislike (6) Reply
    The politicians always supporting these guyz with bad habits.
  • home boy (16/04/2021, 11:19) Like (11) Dislike (46) Reply
    them love to use the quotes local accent .when them fully well know is them vincy them bringing in warming up to exercise them talent.
  • It's Time (16/04/2021, 11:30) Like (30) Dislike (4) Reply
    Business owners need to be able to protect themselves from this, man working too hard to be violated by lazy people who want an easy payday. Legalize guns once you meet the criteria, that way you will know who legally has guns for there personal protection and then work those who have illegal guns
    • Exactly (16/04/2021, 14:19) Like (27) Dislike (4) Reply
      ALL BUSINESS OWNERS SHOULD BE LICENSED TO CARRY A FIREARM TO PROTECT THEIR BUSINESS. IF THE ROBBERS KNOW THE BUSINESS OWNER IS LICENSED TO CARRY A FIREARM, THEY WILL THINK TWICE. BUT FOR REAL, ONE OF THOSE ROBBERS IS GOING TO END UP CATCHING SOME BULLETS SOON. AND WHEN IT HAPPENS, DON’T BE HOLLERING HE WAS A GOOD BOY AND WHY HE GOT SHOT UP.
  • Ghost (16/04/2021, 11:43) Like (32) Dislike (0) Reply
    Just sickening, but God is Watching!!
    • @ghost (16/04/2021, 17:26) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
      GOD Watching You Guys Who Take These Vaccines And Not Putting Y'all Faith In Him But Rather MAN...
  • i from here (16/04/2021, 11:49) Like (34) Dislike (17) Reply
    Locals are the biggest thieves
    • @ i from here (17/04/2021, 09:46) Like (6) Dislike (3) Reply
      Your mother is a thief too she probably thief somebody man in order for you to be here...
  • joke (16/04/2021, 11:55) Like (12) Dislike (27) Reply
    they earned $3500 in a day on a beauty salon just now, im in the wrong business! Insurance scam anyone????
    • lisa (16/04/2021, 12:23) Like (25) Dislike (1) Reply
      It is possible. Alot of persons shop there and the prices are not cheap.
    • Gem (16/04/2021, 12:30) Like (28) Dislike (1) Reply
      Remember, women spend plenty on hair and skin products. So that figure seems accurate.
      • Utilize services (16/04/2021, 14:26) Like (19) Dislike (2) Reply
        They are no more expensive than anywhere else. On a average, I spend at least $150.00 when I shop at the location. They are doing ok but that does not give anyone the right to rob them.
      • Woman (16/04/2021, 21:41) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
        I spend a lot on hair and skin products. They always have what I need . Honestly, I don’t think they are to expensive. You have to pay more if you want a good product.
  • Home boy 11 (16/04/2021, 12:04) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    Home boy I could see you ain’t finish school drop out early snm
    • @Home boy 11 (16/04/2021, 17:16) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      You trying say if persons ain finish school they are the ones to blame...You could of finish college and still commit murder..but Question Is: Does Education teach you not to thief or you go according to how life treats you??
  • .... (16/04/2021, 12:31) Like (14) Dislike (3) Reply
    On foot them from round deh
  • mr labor minister (16/04/2021, 12:32) Like (9) Dislike (2) Reply
    to many people in the place without gainful employment wtf you expect because every mouth must be feed now government looking to bring more people into this territory because of the volcano i understand the jester of kindness but keep it real people residing in the territory already facing struggles

    i hope when business owners begin to arm themselves for protection the government and police will understand what we up against

    to many unemployed documented people; return to you homeland and when the economy being to flourish welcome back
  • saw it coming (16/04/2021, 12:56) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    the way the country running now,, every other day is a new fee to pay, cost of living still going up, no work, this will make good people do bad things to put food on their table..
    • @saw it coming (16/04/2021, 16:12) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      Factsssss!!!!!!!!! SURVIVAL
    • V0TER #6 (16/04/2021, 20:03) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
      WOULD YOU SOMEONE TO COME AND ROB YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BECAUSE THINGS ARE BAD? I DON'T THINK SO.
  • musa (16/04/2021, 12:59) Like (17) Dislike (0) Reply
    very sad news who ever do this crime need to understand they hurting people
    • @musa (16/04/2021, 16:16) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
      Tell the VIP They Hurting People Or You Acting Blind Bout That Too...since you can't provide work for them at least who is in control should do that at least...from talking about increasing minimum wage and there is no damn work..Setta Jokers
  • Rites (16/04/2021, 13:01) Like (26) Dislike (2) Reply
    Every business owner should possess a license gun to protect their business!!!
    • @Rites (16/04/2021, 16:18) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
      Only then The B.V.I will be turn up..you think that making it any better...you might have a gun that you don't know how to use...
  • Terminology Matters (16/04/2021, 13:56) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
    Ambushed NOT “pounced”
    Stole NOT “relieved”


  • NICK (16/04/2021, 14:21) Like (13) Dislike (4) Reply
    3500 a day,21000 a week,one million a year?pretty hard to believe.
    • Business Major (16/04/2021, 15:33) Like (8) Dislike (2) Reply
      You seems to know nothing about business so stop commenting.
    • @ nick (16/04/2021, 15:39) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      drug dealers need they hair done as well; exclusive stylist for the aristocrats
  • ausar (16/04/2021, 15:15) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    I would encourage business owners whose daily proceedings yields large amounts of cash, to make arrangements with banking or other officials that deliver monies to banks, to pick up funds at a certain time from businesses.

    I know this is done on St Thomas with businesses handling large amounts of cash to prevent these types of mishaps..
    • ePay (16/04/2021, 16:19) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
      Accept debit and credit card for payment primarily. Put a sign in the front window "THIS BUSINESS DOES NOT CARRY CASH". Its a deterrent and risk management tool. Your business liability insurance will also offer discount on premium and ask your insurer to recommend other risk reduction options. This helps you and them.
  • gfdfdggfdgfdgfdg (16/04/2021, 16:00) Like (2) Dislike (4) Reply
    ALL BUSINESSES ARE THIEVES..LET'S HAVE A TALK ABOUT THAT!!! GOD DON'T LIKE UGLY
  • Be Observant (16/04/2021, 16:45) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    SINCE THEY NEED GUNS TO PROTECT THEIR BUSINESSES...WE SHOULD HAVE GUNS TO PROTECT OUR HOMES...WA AYO REALLY SAYING!!!
  • cv (16/04/2021, 16:52) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    @ be a servant that is not weed u are smoking that is some s**t rap up in a peace of paper making u all look like duppy on d road do u see your self in d mirror talking crap
    • Be Observant (16/04/2021, 18:53) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
      You sound like a dummy because crack makes you look like a dummy, can't think properly, it makes you addicted that's why they can't resist that shit...The label says "Smoking Kills" and they would have it legal for businesses to sell it to persons as if they don't give a shit about people lives, persons also died from this drug and maujuana has ZERO DEATH RATES nobody talks about that they by pass if everything and have it to be the bad one...Compare to cociane/crack/cigarette millions of people had lost their lives including celebrities have to sniff it because they are so addicted to this drug that is powerful for the body...BUT UP TO THIS DAY THEY WANT TO SAY MAUJUANA IS NOT GOOD FOR YOU AND HAVE IT AGAINST THE LAW TO LOCK YOU UP FOR HAVING IT AND SAY IT IS ILLEGAL...TO HAVE A PLANT!!!..IT IS JUST A PLANT CREATED BY GOD BEFORE WE WAS PLACED HERE ON THIS EARTH.....GET YOUR SHIT TOGETHER BEFORE YOU MENTION ANYTHING TO ME...

      FREEDOM DOESN'T EXIST IF NATURE IS ILLEGAL
  • gfdfdggfdgfdgfdg (16/04/2021, 17:08) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    Then when they find them shot up ... or beaten up everyone will cry n say they didn’t deserve it
  • gfdghfhgfgfdsfdgs (16/04/2021, 17:50) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
  • *Hmm (16/04/2021, 17:59) Like (11) Dislike (1) Reply
    I wouldn't doubt is the very same Baugher's Bay boy them do it. If u ain from in this village u dont just come in & out like u very well please
  • AWS (16/04/2021, 19:04) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    When police arrest them the DPp's office refuses to prosecute them . Corruption.
  • @ TERMINOLOGY MATTERS (16/04/2021, 19:55) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    AND AM SURE YOU GOT THE MESSAGE \
    WHATS YOUR POINT - YOU JUST LEARN 2 OT HER WORDS ( FROM THE STREETS ARS FROM THE MOTHER LAND ?
  • tc (16/04/2021, 20:35) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Thay want some one trop off than hand and every day thay look at it will remember the carse if
  • Factsss (17/04/2021, 10:12) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Businesses complaining about being robbed what happen to the years before and up till this day that ayo robbed from y'all own employees if you making so much money why be wicked and underpay your workers but want to say store got robbed bs..treat the game fair..
  • $$$ (19/04/2021, 10:12) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Most people purchase items these days with credit/debit cards, so I am almost certain there wasn't much cash taken during this heist.


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