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The incident, confirmed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), in a press release, confirms our newsroom sources, who revealed that two armed individuals entered the establishment and pr...
The incident, confirmed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), in a press release, confirms our newsroom sources, who revealed that two armed individuals entered the establishment and proceeded to rob patrons. During the robbery, a firearm was discharged, and a male individual was injured.
He was transported to the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital, where he remains under medical care with “serious injuries”, the RVIPF stated. Our sources said the victim, who was trying to escape, was “shot three times at close range by the assailant after which he fell to the floor, and the assailant allegedly took jewellery from him before escaping via the main entrance”.
Series of robberies reported The RVIPF, in its press release, said the early morning incident follows a series of armed robberies reported within the last week. In one of the reported cases, a vehicle was stolen at gunpoint on Beef Island and later linked to another robbery in Road Town.
In both instances, masked men brandishing firearms relieved victims of their valuables. No additional injuries were reported in those cases. "We are deeply concerned about the recent spate of armed robberies and last night’s shooting. These reckless acts threaten the safety and security of our community and will not be tolerated,” Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E.
Officers, she assured, are working tirelessly to identify and apprehend those responsible. “We are asking members of the public who may have information to come forward and assist us in ensuring justice is served." Robbers targeting people wearing jewellery at night The RVIPF is advising members of the public that robbers are targeting people wearing jewellery at night.
Persons are therefore being encouraged by police to be mindful when wearing jewellery after dark and to remain alert to their surroundings at all times. The RVIPF is also urging anyone with information to contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at (284) 368-9339 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 800-8477 or (284) 800-8477 from overseas.
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