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Security beefed up @Anti-Crime Summit due to 'potential threat'- RVIPF

- said there is 'no confirmed threat' but the safety of all attendees & members of the public is its highest priority
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said it is aware of information circulating regarding a potential threat to the Anti-Crime Summit and has beefed up security at the venue. Photo: GIS/File
Security has been beefed up at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Tortola due to information circulating regarding a potential threat to the Anti-Crime Summit taking place there. Photo: VINO
Security has been beefed up at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Tortola due to information circulating regarding a potential threat to the Anti-Crime Summit taking place there. Photo: VINO
The first-ever Anti-Crime Summit began at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, under the theme ‘Our Virgin Island: Safe Communities, Prosperous Territory’ and will conclude today, Friday, September 26, 2025. Photo: GIS/File
The first-ever Anti-Crime Summit began at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, under the theme ‘Our Virgin Island: Safe Communities, Prosperous Territory’ and will conclude today, Friday, September 26, 2025. Photo: GIS/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said it is aware of information circulating regarding a potential threat to the Anti-Crime Summit. It also said the information is currently unverified, but is being taken seriously.

The first-ever Anti-Crime Summit began at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, under the theme ‘Our Virgin Island: Safe Communities, Prosperous Territory’ and will conclude today, Friday, September 26, 2025.

The keynote speaker is Mr Roberto Smalls aka 'Robbie'.

Enhanced security

According to the RVIPF, in a press statement around noon, the Commissioner of Police has directed for enhanced security for the event.

"This includes a coordinated, multi-agency approach with substantial armed and unarmed resources assigned to secure the Summit and its surrounding areas. We are also receiving additional support from our law enforcement partners."

The RVIPF said while there has been no confirmed threat, the safety of all attendees and members of the public "is our highest priority. Officers will be on site to ensure that the Summit proceeds safely and without disruption."

The public has been urged to remain calm and vigilant, and to report any suspicious activity immediately to the police by calling the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339 or via the non-emergency access number 311.

"The RVIPF is fully prepared and confident in the security measures implemented. The Summit will go ahead as planned, and we remain committed to providing a safe environment for all," the RVIPF stated.

20 Responses to “Security beefed up @Anti-Crime Summit due to 'potential threat'- RVIPF”

  • WOWO (26/09/2025, 13:15) Like (6) Dislike (12) Reply
    this is lunacy, where are these imaginary treats coming from? These people in their Echo chambers
    • annudda2cents (26/09/2025, 13:23) Like (12) Dislike (5) Reply
      @WOWO

      There was an armed robbery in a private home in the presence of multiple persons attending a birthday party last night, and we are just going to proceed with the Anti Crime Summit as normal without erring on the side of caution right? And then more than likely if something happens without security being present, you will be the first one to cry foul right? I tell yuh.
      • WOWO (26/09/2025, 15:07) Like (5) Dislike (8) Reply
        People like you are vexing and blowing things out of proportion. have criminals in the BVI ever attack any conferences?, Are they the Benjamin Netanyahu? yall feeling yourself way too much
  • Great Idea (26/09/2025, 13:56) Like (12) Dislike (1) Reply
    These days you cannot take any threats likely. Look at what happen to Charlie Kirk, look at what happen in Dallas the other day at the Ice facility. Yes, ramp up security.
    • @Great idea (26/09/2025, 14:42) Like (6) Dislike (2) Reply
      I agree, step up security and be vigilant outside and surroundings of the Summit. People these days just don’t care anymore about what they do or who they do it to. You have to be very careful these days.
  • jack donkey (26/09/2025, 15:14) Like (7) Dislike (5) Reply
    Charlie Kirk was a hateful little person, who died by his own words, he was the actual sacrifice for their second amend rights. Further to that this is NOT the USA where people care little for the lives of others. Stop importing the US delusions. some people have serious brain defect
    • @jack donkey (26/09/2025, 16:47) Like (6) Dislike (3) Reply
      Please shut the hell up. You sound like a stupid imbecile. Keep thinking the stupid thoughts that Tortola is immune and wrap in a safety bubble.
    • Charlie Kirk (26/09/2025, 20:15) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
      Was and intelligent, young Christian who promoted debate over violence. The lunatic, trans , terror loving lefties are the insane dangerous ones. We sane people send our condolences to his loving Christian wife and their one and three year old children who are now without a father,
      • jack donkey (26/09/2025, 23:14) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
        A very racist hateful so called Christian y’all acting as if we did not hear his thoughts aloud
      • what ever (26/09/2025, 23:29) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
        He might have been all that you said but he still was a hateful person who saw no value in people of African decent and made it his mission that the world knows he don’t. The only thing I agreed with him on was the rainbow mafia. Did he feel sorry for george floyd, trayvon martin and the other black mean and women killed not he did not. Not for them nor their families so to hell with him. One less racist hateful loud mouth
      • @Charlie Kirk (29/09/2025, 09:23) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        No doubt Charlie Kirk was a loving Dad and husband. But he espoused white Christian nationalist beliefs and that is not truly in line with the teachings of Christ Jesus which in essence was: Love God above all, and love one another as I have loved you. Simple as that. It wasn’t call each other names (ie “radical left lunatics” or “radical right wing nuts”) or love only the people who are the same color, religion, sex as you.
        The Word is LOVE
  • I am confused (26/09/2025, 16:02) Like (3) Dislike (5) Reply
    what is the end goal of this initiative?????? I'm confused!!!!! i know alot of monies was spent, but to me this is just a motivational drive......
  • Anonymous (26/09/2025, 19:58) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    Any body study ayo?
  • The only (27/09/2025, 03:11) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    The suspicious part I noticed is that all the so-called influencers, outspoken voices, and activists didn’t attend—nor did they show any real support for this initiative. The BVI’s biggest problems are often found right by the ocean side of Pier Park: drinking, smoking, gambling, and plotting the next illegal move. I mean, it’s not like that’s breaking news.
  • Crime Capital (27/09/2025, 09:10) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    88 murders

    Crazy
  • Nap time (27/09/2025, 09:11) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    It seem liked the children didn’t care.
    All playing on their phones and iPads.
    Them teachers must have the patience of Saints!
  • I AM THE LAW (27/09/2025, 09:13) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    I think the police force need to hire RoboCop or Judge Dredd for 6-12 months for a little clean up.

    Vote now
  • ... (27/09/2025, 09:40) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is ridiculous. If its come to this the other option is allow people to defend themselves.


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