CHRISTIANSTED — A representative of the Virgin Islands Police Department heard some of the concerns of taxi drivers near the taxi stand downtown this weekend. Police Lt. Herminia Rivera, commander of the VIPD’s Christiansted district, met with Ferdinand “Mighty Pat” Samuel and other taxi drivers “to address their ongoing parking issues at the taxi stand.” […]
Category: Community Affairs
Charges Updated For Suspect Terrell ‘Inches’ Johnson, Now Wanted For Assault And Burglary: VIPD
CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Police Department updated the charges against a wanted St. Croix man on Wednesday. The VIPD is asking for the community’s assistance in locating 25-year-old Terrell “Inches” Johnson of Queen Street in Christiansted “He is wanted in connection with an assault and a burglary in separate incidents,” VIPD spokesman Toby Derima […]
V.I. Office Highway Safety Program Announces 2020 National Seat Belt Day
CHRISTIANSTED — When vehicle drivers and passengers consistently use seatbelts, they save much more than the costs associated with hefty traffic citations, they save lives! Seat belts, when worn correctly, reduce the risk of sustaining life-threatening injuries resulting from motor vehicle crashes. National Seat Belt Day, observed annually on November 14th, reminds drivers and their […]
DLCA Commissioner Says To Beware Of Robocall Scammers Promising Arrest If You Don’t Return The Call
CHRISTIANSTED — DLCA Commissioner Richard Evangelista said he received a robotic call Tuesday saying there is a pending legal action against him and failure to return the call to discuss the matter may result in the issuance of an arrest warrant. If you receive a similar call, it is likely a scam. Hang up or […]
ARMY OF 2: St. Thomas Twins Serve In U.S. Army Reserve In Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan — Having your twin sister as a battle buddy is hard to beat. And when two joined-at-the-hip U.S. Virgin Islanders team up — you know the advantage goes to the side they’re on. Sgt. Khalia and Spc. Khadia Baptiste, Army Reserve twins from St. Thomas, are currently serving together in Afghanistan. The sisters […]
St. Thomas Diver Pleads With Local Fishermen On Social Media: ‘Please Don’t Catch Parrotfish!’
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A St. Thomas diver is calling on local fishermen to stop catching parrotfish for people to eat here, saying the fishes daily behavior promotes healthy coral growth. Eladio Camacho of St. Thomas wrote a post on Facebook on Tuesday morning saying that “PARROTFISH ARE IMPORTANT!” “I feel sorry for the parrotfishes! Yes, […]
VIPD’s Economic Crime Unit Issues Holiday Season Fraud Alert
FREDERIKSTED — Police Commissioner Trevor A. Velinor wishes to advise the public that the Christmas Season is fast approaching and there are those among us who seek to prey on those in the community whom they consider vulnerable. The VIPD receives numerous calls from victims that have been victimized through phone scams. Some of these […]
OBITUARY NOTICE: Kristi J. Peters On St. Thomas
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The family is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of our beloved daughter, mother, beloved partner, niece, cousins, goddaughter, godmother, and co-worker Kristi J. Peters on October 29, 2020. Peters was born on the island of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, on January 25, 1979. She was survived by her father, […]
Senator James Sits Down With Police To Discuss Crime Prevention, PAL Headquarters In Whim
FREDERIKSTED — A newly re-elected St. Croix sophomore Senator sat down with the Virgin Islands Police Department to talk about ways to prevent crime and fundraising efforts for a police auxiliary group’s office. St. Croix Senator Javan E. James met Monday with Sergeant Samuel Gittens and Officer Roland Richardson “to discuss several crime prevention initiatives […]
Police Need Your Help To Find Boy Who Has Been Missing For 11 Days: VIPD
FREDERIKSTED — Police need your help to find a boy who has been missing on St. Croix for the last 11 days. Shelton H. Charles, 16, was last seen at his home in Estate Diamond West at 7 a.m. on October 30, the Virgin Islands Police Department said. Charles was described by police as being […]