Crime of the Week

If you have any information about these crimes or any person(s) involved, you are urged to call Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS or submit a Web Tip . You never have to give your name or appear in court. Crime Stoppers USVI will pay a cash reward of up to $2500 and you can remain anonymous. Unclaimed rewards expire six months after award date.

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 45
November 17, 2010

Crime Stoppers is asking your help to solve the following crimes. If you know something, say something. Even the smallest bit of information may be just what law enforcement needs to solve these cases.

St. Croix: On Wednesday, November 10 at 9:55 p.m., two armed masked males, wearing black long-sleeved hoodies, entered Coconuts On The Beach in LaGrange, Frederiksted, from the beach. Putting a gun to the head of a female employee, they robbed about $1000 in cash from the restaurant, and about $350 from the patrons. The two then fled through the nearby bush.

St. John: On Sunday, November 7, at about 7:30 p.m. the office of Tropical Shipping at Boyson Inc. was burglarized. The burglars stole a small safe containing $300 cash, some credit cards, and some checks.

St. Thomas: On Wednesday, November 10, at about 9:30 p.m., Mr. Andy Roumou of #40 First Avenue in Sugar Estate was shot by an unknown gunman after he parked his car in the garage of his apartment. Mr. Roumou died the next morning.

Law enforcement needs your help to identify these criminals Please continue to make our community safer by telling us what you know about these or any other crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, the tipster receives a cash reward to be paid according to their instructions. The minimum cash reward for the arrest of a burglary suspect is $714 plus 10% of the value of property recovered. For a homicide suspect the minimum reward is $1,500. Only anonymous callers to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these rewards.

Since Crime Stoppers USVI launched in January 2009, your 895 tips have helped law enforcement make 99 arrests, which resulted in the recovery of 66 illegal weapons and over $186,000 worth of cash, property and illegal drugs. If you submitted a tip, please check to see if you are entitled to a reward, as unclaimed rewards expire six months after the award date.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 44
November 10, 2010

Crime Stoppers is asking your help to solve the following crimes. If you know something, say something.

St. Croix: On Sunday, April 20, 2008 at 11:10 p.m., Dean Martin, 24, of Estate Peter`s Rest, died in a private vehicle en route to the hospital after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds from a shooting in the Harborview Housing Community near Building 6. According to police, a 21-year-old resident of Estate Peter`s Rest also sustained a gunshot to the shoulder. At approximately 8:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired in the same area. At that time, officers observed several spent shell casings in the parking lot near Building 6, but did not find anyone injured. Later, after the death of Mr. Martin, bloodstains were found on the ground near Building 6. When the 21-year-old victim was questioned at the hospital, he stated that while sitting on the steps of Building 6, an unknown individual came up and began shooting at him. He did not provide a description of the suspects and this is why we need your help. Please tell us what you know.

St. John: Sometime overnight on Wednesday, November 3, the Banana Shack Restaurant in Cruz Bay was burglarized. The burglar entered and exited through the western window with an 85-pound safe containing approximately $2,000 in cash. The minimum reward for the arrest of this burglar is $714 plus 10% of the cash recovered.

St. Thomas: For the past two weeks, there has been a string of burglaries in the Estate Peterborg area. If you saw any suspicious activity or know who the burglar may be, please contact Crime Stoppers. The minimum reward for an arrest is $714 plus 10% of the property recovered. The maximum reward is $2,500.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 43
November 03, 2010

St. Croix: On Wednesday, October 6, at about 11:30 p.m., police responded to calls of shots fired in the Estate Mars Hill area of Frederiksted. Upon arrival, they found the lifeless body of 50 year-old Mr. Kenneth "Basa" Peters on the north side of Queen Mary Highway near the hardware store. Help law enforcement put these killers in jail. The minimum reward for the arrest of a homicide suspect is $1,500.

St. John: At Gifft Hill School on the weekend of October 16, burglars made off with a safe containing $4000. Help law enforcement find these perpetrators by telling us what you know. The minimum cash reward for the arrest of a burglar is $700 plus 10% of the value of any property recovered.

St. Thomas: On October 20 at 7:30 a.m., police responded to a burglary in progress in the area of Long Path, at which time the perpetrators fled the scene. One of the burglars pulled a weapon, and was subsequently shot. Two others remain at large. Help law enforcement identify and arrest these armed and dangerous burglars. The minimum cash reward for the arrest of a burglar is $700. There is also a minimum reward of $500 any time an illegal weapon is recovered.

Community members can submit tips on these or any other crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, the tipster receives a cash reward to be paid according to their instructions. Only anonymous callers to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards.

Crime Stoppers has authorized $6,357 of additional rewards in the last 30 days. If you submitted a tip, please check to see if you are entitled to a cash reward, as unclaimed rewards expire six months after the award date.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 11/03/2010:
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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 42
October 27, 2010

Crime Stoppers is asking your help to solve gun crimes and burglaries throughout the territory. Thanks to the high quality of tips received from last week’s release, we are asking for the same type of information again this week in the hope that you, the community, will continue to help law enforcement to solve prior homicides and burglaries. If you know something, say something. Even the smallest bit of information may be just what law enforcement needs to solve a case.

In recent weeks throughout the territory, we have seen the prolific use of illegal firearms in several violent confrontations where individuals had no reluctance in shooting at police officers and at law-abiding citizens. Illegal firearms have also been used in robberies. Law enforcement needs your help to identify and arrest the people who are bringing these illegal firearms into the territory, and those who are providing these weapons to others.

Throughout the territory, there has been a rash of burglaries that are often directly or indirectly related to the sale of illegal drugs. VIPD and Crime Stoppers are appealing to all residents to continue to report any suspicious vehicles, as well as any suspicious people or activities around your homes. Also, if anyone approaches you and attempts to sell you drugs, or goods that you suspect may have been stolen, please report this matter to police or, if you want to remain anonymous, you may report it to Crime Stoppers USVI.

Remember that turning a blind eye is not the answer. Only by holding individuals accountable for their actions can we produce positive results. With this in mind, please continue to help make our territory a safer place to live by telling us what you know about these or any other crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. If your tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, you will receive a cash reward to be paid according to your instructions.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 10/27/2010:
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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 41
October 20, 2010

Crime Stoppers is asking your help to solve gun crimes and burglaries throughout the territory. If you know something, say something. Even the smallest bit of information may be just what law enforcement needs to solve a case.

Remember that turning a blind eye is not the answer. Only by holding individuals accountable for their actions can we produce positive results. With this in mind, please continue to help make our territory a safer place to live by telling us what you know about these or any other crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, the tipster receives a cash reward to be paid according to their instructions.

Crime Stoppers USVI is run entirely by volunteers and is financed by membership dues and sponsor contributions. To join us in the fight against crime, please visit our website and become a dues-paying member. If you have an unsolved crime you would like Crime Stoppers to feature, send an e-mail to CrimeStoppersVI@gmail.com.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 40
October 13, 2010

There are many unsolved murder cases throughout the Territory from years past. Please look back and think about friends and loved ones who were murdered, whose cases have not yet been solved. If you have any information that could assist with the arrest of the suspects of any unsolved homicides, please call Crime Stoppers. The minimum reward for information that leads to the arrest of a murder suspect is $1,500.

All of these cold case killings need to be resolved to provide closure for our community and for the families of the victims like 33 year-old Philomena, marine worker Albert Hendrickson, retired police corporal Herman Hendricks, 17 year-old Stephanie Harris, 19 year-old Dale Robertson, businessman Juan Ayala, 13 year-old Akeim Kareem Huyghue, taxi driver Rutherford Prevost, 26 year-old Kendrik Mason, and so many others who are just as important as those listed. Crime Stoppers and law enforcement ask that you please find it your heart to provide the information needed to bring these killers to the "bar of justice". Thank you.

Please continue to help law enforcement make our territory a safer place to live, work and raise a family by telling us what you know about these or any other crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are multilingual. If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, the tipster receives a cash reward to be paid according to their instructions. Only anonymous callers to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards. Our technology makes it virtually impossible for anyone to trace your tip back to you. To learn how it works, visit www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org .

To help get illegal weapons off the streets, Crime Stoppers has recently raised its minimum reward for the arrest of anyone with an illegal weapon to $500 per weapon.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 10/13/2010:
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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 39
October 06, 2010

Crime Stoppers is asking your help to solve the following crimes. If you know something, say something.

St. Croix: On Thursday, June 26, 2008, at 9:40 p.m., 31 year-old Craig Liburd was shot and killed near King Cross Street and Queen Street in Frederiksted. An arrest warrant has been issued for the alleged shooter, 30 year-old Tafari Fawkes of Walter I.M. Hodge Pavilion. Fawkes has fled the Territory to avoid arrest. If you know where he is, tell us so VIPD can bring him back to face justice and provide closure for the family of Craig Liburd.

St. John: On June 22, 2010 a residence at 127 B Chocolate Hole East was burglarized. The suspect entered and left via the western kitchen door. Items taken were a red Toshiba laptop, a Kindle 2 book reader, and a Zeiss spotting scope. Please provide the information necessary for law enforcement to identify this burglar. The minimum reward for an arrest is $714.

St. Thomas: On January 16, 2010, police officers were dispatched to a shooting that occurred at the Kirwan Terrace Housing Community. Upon arrival, officers discovered Elliot Hodge Jr. lying in a pool of blood, near the pump house, in the vicinity of Building 6. Sources stated that Hodge was playing dominoes when an unknown male approached the group and opened fire. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $1,500.

In September, eight of your tips helped lead to seven arrests and the recovery of four illegal weapons. Law enforcement thanks you and says, “Please keep telling us what you know, as you are making a difference.”

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 38
September 29, 2010

St. Croix: On Saturday, August 29, 2009 at about 12:45 a.m., a shooting took place in the area of Elena Christian Jr. High School in La Grande Princess, taking the life of 24-year-old Marlin Roberts of Estate La Vallee. Retaliation may have been the motive. Please tell us what you know so VIPD can identify the person(s) responsible for his death. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $1,500.

St. John: On April 26 at Gifft Hill School, the main office, business office, and supply room were broken into. The suspect(s) entered and left from the eastern door. A small safe and a flat screen Toshiba Regza TV were stolen. The minimum cash reward for the arrest of a burglar is $714.

St. Thomas: On Saturday afternoon, September 18, burglars stole several items from a residence in Estate Bakeroo on the main road near Flag Hill, including a brown safe that was anchored in concrete. The stolen items include a Black 17” HP Pavilion laptop; a silver Olympus digital camera; a gold Krugerrand coin; a silver pocket watch with chain; a man`s gold wedding band with silver mountain range design; two men’s watches: Tag Heuer and Tissot, with white faces and steel bracelets; and a car GPS system.

Community members can submit tips on any crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, the tipster receives a cash reward to be paid according to their instructions. Only anonymous callers to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards. Please note that our technology makes it virtually impossible for anyone to trace your tip back to you.

“The measure of a man’s true character is what he would do if he knew he would never be found out” Thomas B. Macaulay.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 37
September 22, 2010

St. Croix: On August 4, 2009 at about 11:40 p.m., two masked males appeared at the door of a popular restaurant on East End Road in Estate St. Peter as the restaurant was closing. Two shots were fired with one striking and killing a local musician, Peter Des Jardins. Both perpetrators fled the scene in a dark colored SUV, possibly driven by a third individual. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $1,500.

St. John: During the morning of September 16, an apartment at 5G-I in Pastory was burglarized. The suspect entered by cutting the eastern window screen. The suspect stole a Sony Vaio black laptop and left through the eastern sliding glass door. The minimum cash reward for the arrest of this burglar is $700.

St. Thomas: On June 15, 2010 at about 4:30 p.m., Mr. Ted Nathan and Mr. Sami Asfour were shot multiple times near Lima’s Laundry in the Bovoni area and both men survived. Three suspects were on foot, and were dressed in black shorts. They came from the area of the Gas Works gas station, and fled in the direction of Thomasville. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $900.

Please continue to help law enforcement make our territory a safer place to live, work and raise a family by telling us what you know about these or any other crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) as you are making a difference. Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are multilingual. If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, the tipster receives a cash reward to be paid according to their instructions. Only anonymous callers to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards.

If you know of a retaliation crime that is going to take place, please call us or 911 right away. You might save a life.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 36
September 15, 2010

St. Croix: Over Labor Day weekend, September 4 to 6, a series of early morning robberies occurred in the areas of Gallows Bay, Christiansted Town, Peter`s Rest and Sion Farm, where citizens were robbed of their cash and jewelry. At least three armed males wearing dark clothing were involved. Please help capture these thugs by telling us what you know. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $900.

St. John: On April 14 a business container at 30 Susannaberg was burglarized. Items stolen included custom-made handrails, and expensive lumber such as Sapele. The total value of stolen goods was $29,000. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $714 plus 10% of the value of any recovered items.

St. Thomas: Police need your help to identify the person(s) who shot and killed LeWayne Fraser of St. Thomas and Victor Smith of Tortola, both 24 years old, on October 31, 2009 at about 3:43 a.m. They were traveling in the area of Back Street and Nye Gade in a white vehicle when one or more attackers shot into the vehicle, striking both victims several times. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $2,500.

Let’s get illegal weapons off the streets. Crime Stoppers has recently raised its minimum reward for the arrest of anyone with an illegal weapon to $500 per weapon.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 35
September 08, 2010

St. Croix: On May 5, 2005 at about 1:00 p.m., at a bank in the Estate Diamond area of Sunny Isles, 67 year-old businessman Winston "Reds" Francis of Estate Profit was shot and robbed by two males as he was walking to his vehicle in the parking lot. Mr. Francis died two days later. The two killers were armed males, wearing masks and dark clothing. Tell us what you remember from that day in 2005. The minimum reward for an arrest is $1,250.

St. John: Between August 29 at 4:00 p.m. and September 1 at 9:40 a.m., a van owned by Dr. Cool Air Conditioning and Refrigeration was broken into while parked in the Bureau of Motor Vehicles lot. Stolen from the van were a Craftsman electric drill, a refrigerant recovery machine, and a vacuum pump. The minimum reward for an arrest is $700 plus 10% of the value of any property recovered.

St. Thomas: On August 27 at 12:59 a.m., police responded to an armed robbery in Pillsbury Heights West in Smith Bay. The victim, Steve Francis, indicated he was approached by three armed males who attempted to rob him in his driveway. A neighbor saw what was happening and intervened by firing his licensed firearm at the suspects, one of whom may have been struck. Help identify these armed thugs. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $900.

Please continue to help law enforcement make our territory a safer place by telling us what you know about these or any other crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are multilingual. If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, the tipster receives a cash reward to be paid according to their instructions. Only anonymous callers to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 34
September 01, 2010

St. Croix: Edwin Encarnacion, age 30, is a fugitive from justice who is wanted in connection with the murder of 45-year-old Jorge Parilla who was killed in a residential arson fire in Estate Whim on August 14. If you have seen or know where Encarnacion is, or who has helped him to evade police, let us know. Photos of Encarnacion are posted at our web site.

St. John: Police are seeking additional information in the murder of Juan Ayala, who was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds on January 5, 2009 outside his home in Estate Pastory. Police continue to believe there were two perpetrators, with one described as a black male with braided hair. Please help identify these killers. The minimum reward for an arrest is $1,250.

St. Thomas: On August 27 at 12:59 a.m., police responded to an armed robbery in Pillsbury Heights West in Smith Bay. The victim, Steve Francis, indicated he was approached by three armed males who attempted to rob him in his driveway. A neighbor saw what was happening and intervened by firing his licensed firearm at the suspects, one of whom may have been struck. Help identify these armed thugs. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $900.

Please continue to help law enforcement make our territory safer by telling us what you know about these or any other crimes at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are multilingual. If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property, illegal drugs, or weapons, the tipster receives a cash reward to be paid according to their instructions.

Crime Stoppers thanks the 14 individuals who provided valuable information to law enforcement during the past week. Please keep the information coming as recent statistics on crime in the USVI indicate that you have made a positive difference.

Wanted in connection with murder: Edwin Encarnacion

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 33
August 25, 2010

St. Croix: Help police identify the male suspects involved in the Cotton Valley robbery of a business manager as he arrived home late at night on Saturday, August 14. Similar robberies have occurred in the last several weeks with suspects hiding in the brush around homes at night to rob victims of cash, valuables, and vehicles. Please tell us what you know.

St. John: Police are continuing to target the sale and trafficking of illegal drugs in the Cruz Bay and Coral Bay areas. Please provide any information you have on these drug traffickers, such as the name, nickname, or a physical description of the person, description of vehicles or the tag numbers, and the time and location in which you see the sales occurring. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $500.

St. Thomas: On February 15, at about 4:10 p.m. in the area of the basketball court by Raymo Center, Hospital Ground, Mr. Jabaro "Prezz" Nibbs was shot several times and died of his injuries. Help police bring the attacker(s) to justice by telling us what you know. The minimum reward for an arrest is $1,250.

Crime Stoppers has recently issued two $2,500 cash rewards. If you submitted a tip, please check to see if you are entitled to a cash reward, as unclaimed rewards expire six months after the award date.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 32
August 18, 2010

St. Croix: Detectives are investigating increased cases of sexual abuse, including incest. If you or anyone you know is experiencing this abuse, you can put a stop to it with a phone call. The minimum reward for an arrest is $900, plus the satisfaction of knowing that you are making the territory a safer place for our children.

St. John: Police are targeting the sale and trafficking of illegal drugs in the Cruz Bay and Coral Bay areas. Please provide any information you have on these drug traffickers, such as the name, nickname, or a physical description of the person, description of vehicles or the tag numbers, and the time and location in which you see the sales occurring. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $500.

St. Thomas: Police are requesting your assistance in solving a shooting homicide that occurred on Monday, July 26 around Noon in the area of Nadir close to the food van, in which Samuel “Sosa” Cornelius was fatally shot one time. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $1,250.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 31
August 11, 2010

St. Croix: In Estate Montpellier on August 6 at about 10 a.m., three armed, masked men robbed three females as they exited their vehicle. The robbers took cash, a cell phone and charger, and fled the scene in the victims’ 2008 blue Suzuki SX4. Please help police identify these thugs. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $1,400.

St. John: A burglary occurred at Margaritas Mexican Eatery in Enighed between August 2 at 11 p.m. and August 3 at 9 a.m. The business was broken into, and over $600 in cash was stolen. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $700.

St. Thomas: In the last seven months, several people have lost their lives after being assaulted, shot, or stabbed. Police are asking your help to resolve these recent unsolved homicides. Please provide any information you have on these senseless killings, no matter how small. The minimum reward for an arrest is $1,250.

During the month of July, your tips helped law enforcement make five arrests and remove 13 additional illegal weapons from the streets. Please keep the information coming, as recent statistics on crime in the USVI indicate that you are making a positive difference. If you do not have information about an unsolved crime, you can still help in the fight against crime by visiting www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org and becoming a dues-paying member.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 30
August 04, 2010

St. Croix: On Saturday July 17, two apartments in the Harbor View housing community were burglarized. Police suspect juveniles are responsible for these and other burglaries in the area. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $714 plus 10% of the value of any property recovered.

St. John: In the past few weeks, burglars have stolen tools, lumber, railings, and other construction materials from several properties. Police believe that a large vehicle was used to remove the large items. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $714 plus 10% of the value of any property recovered.

St. Thomas: Police are requesting your assistance in solving a shooting that occurred on Monday, July 26 around Noon in the area of Nadir close to the food van, in which Samuel Cornelius was fatally shot one time. The minimum cash reward for an arrest is $1,250.

Crime Stoppers wishes to thank the 36 tipsters who provided valuable information to law enforcement during the month of July. Please keep the information coming as recent statistics on crime in the USVI indicate that you are making a positive difference. If you do not have information about an unsolved crime, you can still help in the fight against crime by visiting www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org and becoming a dues-paying member.

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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 29
July 28, 2010

St. Croix: In the last 12 months, a wave of unsolved shootings has left several young men dead and several others hospitalized. Help detectives find the perpetrators and put an end to this senseless violence. The minimum reward for the arrest of a homicide suspect is $1,250.

St. John: Between July 13 and July 16, burglars entered a residence at 6511 Susannaberg and stole several items including four rolls of electrical wire, five bins of plumbing fixtures, over twelve pieces of wood, and several electrical boxes. Police suspect that a vehicle was used to remove these items. The minimum reward for an arrest is $714.

St. Thomas: On January 19, 2006 at about 11:00 p.m. at Carib Beach Resort at Lindberg Bay, Blair Shannon, who worked for Royal Caribbean, was killed after being shot several times, possibly as the result of a robbery. Help police find the killer(s). The minimum reward for an arrest is $1,250.

Crime Stoppers USVI is pleased to report that your tips have recently enabled law enforcement to make four new arrests for which we have authorized new rewards totaling $2,857. Please check to see if your tip led to one of these arrests. To join us in the fight against crime, please visit our website and become a member.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 07/28/2010:
The audio files in English and Spanish will be posted here by 2:00PM Tue. 7/27
CSUSVI 07.28.2010 Spanish.mp3
CSUSVI 07.28.2010 English.mp3
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right-click the link and "Save Target As...")

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 28
July 21, 2010

St. Croix: Counterfeit $100 bills are circulating and several unsuspecting persons have been victimized by this crime. The bills are very similar to real bills but do not have the color shifting ink and other security features. Let us know who is making and/or passing these bills. The minimum reward for an arrest is $357.

St. John: Police are requesting your assistance with a theft that occurred on April 14 at K & S Caribbean LLC in Susannaberg, where someone broke into a business container and removed several custom-made handrails and sheets of boards. Police suspect that a truck was used to remove these items. The minimum reward for an arrest is $714.

St. Thomas: On Monday July 12, police responded to shots fired in the area of Coki Point where two people were shot and later died of their injuries. Steve Tyson was arrested for these homicides. However, police want to know if others were involved. Please provide any other information you have on this case, no matter how minor it may be.

Crime Stoppers USVI is run entirely by volunteers and is financed by membership dues and sponsor contributions. We need you to join us in the fight against crime, please visit our website and become a dues-paying member.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 07/21/2010:
The audio files in English and Spanish will be posted here by 2:00PM Tue. 7/20
CSUSVI 07.21.2010 English.mp3
CSUSVI 07.21.2010 Spanish.mp3
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Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 27
July 14, 2010

St. Croix: The charred body of Luis Roldan was found in a burning vehicle near an abandoned building in the Ralph de Chabert housing community on Saturday, July 3. If you know who was involved in his death or know anything about this homicide, please let us know. The minimum reward for an arrest is $1,250.

St. John: On Wednesday, June 23 at 10 p.m. in the area of Hill Street, a man found that his gray and navy green backpack had been taken from his parked red Ford Explorer. Stolen items included a silver Olympus underwater 12 megapixel camera with blue strap, a 16 gigabyte iPod, and a Logitech portable speaker for iPod with a black mesh case with a broken zipper.

St. Thomas: Several convenience stores have been robbed at gun point in the country area recently. The suspects are three or four males wearing hoodies and masks. Please help police identify these thugs and their vehicle(s). The minimum reward for each arrest is $900.

Law enforcement wishes to thank the community for the 762 tips received that have so far resulted in 82 arrests and the recovery of over $171,000 of stolen goods and illegal drugs. Please keep the tips coming so we can make the USVI a safer place to live, work, and raise a family. If you have an unsolved crime you would like us to feature, please send an e-mail to CrimeStoppersVI@gmail.com

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 07/14/2010:
The audio files in English and Spanish will be posted here by 2:00PM Tue. 7/13
CSUSVI 07.14.2010 English.mp3
CSUSVI 07.14.2010 Spanish.mp3

(To download a copy of this .mp3 file,
right-click the link and "Save Target As...")

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help-Year 2, Week 26
July 07, 2010

St. Croix: Police are searching for three missing men. was last seen on June 19 at the Williams Delight Service Station. Nicholas Felix Garcia was last seen walking on Calquhoun Road on March 21. And Isaac Robins Jr. was last seen in Estate Work and Rest on February 3. Photos and additional information can be seen at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org . [see below]

St. John: Burglar(s) entered a home at 445 Chocolate Hole while the occupants slept, on June 30 between 2:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m., stealing a black iPod with a cracked screen at the upper left corner, a silver digital camera with red case, an HP silver laptop with a black bag, a U.S. passport, a pink and black iPod with speakers, and cash.

St. Thomas: Thieves broke into the Toyota of St. Thomas dealership between 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 26 and 8:00 a.m. Monday, June 28. The thieves broke into the safe, stealing a large amount of cash. If you saw anyone on the property during this time, or have any other information about this crime, please provide the details. The cash reward for an arrest is $2,500.

Crime Stoppers USVI is run entirely by volunteers and is financed by membership dues and sponsor contributions. To join us in the fight to make our territory a safer place to live, work, and raise a family, please visit our website at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org .

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 07/07/2010:
The audio files in English and Spanish will be posted here by 2:00PM Tue. 7/6)
CSUSVI 07.07.2010 English.mp3
CSUSVI 07.07.2010 Spanish.mp3
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Police are searching for these missing men from St. Croix:

Gregory Ruiz Click for more info	Nicholas Felix Garcia Click for more info	Isaac Robins Jr. Click for more info

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