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BREAKING: Homicide Investigation Underway in St. Thomas

ST. THOMAS — The Virgin Islands Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday morning at the Paul M. Pearson Gardens Housing Community. Key Details of the Incident:…

John McCarthy March 5, 2026

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ST. CROIX COURT DIGEST: Morning Sessions – March 5, 2026 ⚖️

KINGSHILL — It was a busy morning at the Superior Court on St. Croix as Judge Christopher Timmons presided over a variety of matters ranging from felony firearms charges to…

John McCarthy March 5, 2026

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VIFP Editorial: The Gateway Paradox

By John McCarthy/V.I. Free Press Staff The "Pioneer" Perspective: The Iron Lady’s Foundation The 1,526-foot deep-water cruise pier in Frederiksted is officially known as the Ann E. Abramson Marine Facility.…

John McCarthy March 4, 2026

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STT man arrested after tire wrench assault ⚖️

ST. THOMAS — A 40-year-old man is in custody following a violent altercation in the Contant area on Tuesday evening. Suspect: David Burgess, 40. Incident: Police were dispatched to the…

John McCarthy March 4, 2026

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VIPD APPREHENDS SUSPECT IN NOVEMBER SUNNY ISLE SHOOTING ⚖️

ST. CROIX — Detectives from the Criminal Investigation Bureau, supported by the Special Operations Bureau, executed search warrants early Wednesday morning that led to the arrest of a 20-year-old suspect…

John McCarthy March 4, 2026

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COURT WATCH: Superior Court Criminal Docket, March 4, 2026 ⚖️

ST. CROIX — Judge Christopher M. Timmons presided over a diverse criminal docket in Room CR-216 on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The morning session included several felony arraignments and a…

John McCarthy March 4, 2026

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Traffic Stop Near Vendors Plaza Leads to Felony Gun Arrest ⚖️

ST. THOMAS — A routine traffic stop for a minor equipment violation resulted in a felony weapons arrest Friday morning on Veterans Drive. The Traffic Stop 🚔 On February 27,…

John McCarthy March 2, 2026

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Robbery Arrest at Estate Castle Coakley Business ⚖️

ST. CROIX — A 31-year-old man is in custody after allegedly robbing and strangling a woman at a local bar and restaurant early Monday morning. The Virgin Islands Police Department…

John McCarthy March 2, 2026

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THE VERDICT IS IN: THE DIGNITY OF ST. CROIX DEMANDS THE REMOVAL OF THE ABRAMSON NAME

FREDERIKSTED — The people have spoken, and the message to the "comfortable" status quo is loud, clear, and unyielding. Following the St. Croix Sun’s recent deep dive into the "structural…

John McCarthy March 1, 2026

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Kingshill Court Report: Advice of Rights & Sentencings for Feb. 27, 2026

ST. CROIX — While much of the town’s attention is on high-profile violence, the Superior Court at Kingshill remains busy with a range of domestic, property, and firearm cases that…

John McCarthy February 27, 2026