VI Gov't to implement National Crime Reduction
This planned rollout was announced after the successful conclusion of the inaugural Anti-Crime Summit, held from September 24 to 26, 2025, under the theme: "Our Virgin Islands: Safe Communities, Pr...
This planned rollout was announced after the successful conclusion of the inaugural Anti-Crime Summit, held from September 24 to 26, 2025, under the theme: "Our Virgin Islands: Safe Communities, Prosperous Territory." The three-day anti-crime summit drew unprecedented engagement, bringing together thousands of participants, government officials, private sector leaders, churches, civil society organisations, NGOs, and a remarkable turnout of young people.
More than 1,500 students per day—from upper primary through secondary schools, including private institutions and students from the sister islands—participated, highlighting the Territory’s commitment to ensuring the next generation is actively involved in discussions on crime and safety.
The event featured lively panel discussions on key topics such as: Why is crime occurring in our community? The Cost of Crime, The Current Crime Landscape, The Three P’s of Crime – Prosecution, Protection, Prevention, and Street Life vs. VI 'ready to confront crime head-on'- Premier Wheatley His Excellency, the Governor Daniel Pruce, stated: “The Anti-Crime Summit last week was a fantastic event, which delivered remarkable levels of engagement across government, NGOs and the wider community.
It also provided important opportunities to listen to a broad range of perspectives and personal testimonies. We now need to follow up our commitments and deliver meaningful action that will help build a safer and more secure BVI.” Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said, "The overwhelming participation of our people, especially the more than 1,500 students who joined us each day, has made it clear that the Virgin Islands are ready to confront crime head-on.
This Summit was not just an event; it was the birth of a movement where government, community, and youth stand together with one voice, determined to create safer communities and a brighter future for our Territory." At its core, the Anti-Crime Summit aimed to: spark a genuine, territory-wide conversation on crime, build consensus on practical prevention and reduction strategies, issue a collective community call to action, and gather insights and solutions from all sectors to inform the upcoming National Crime Reduction Strategy.
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