Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 38
September 30, 2009

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

St. Croix:  On August 23, 2007 at 1:00 a.m., officers responded to a call of gunshots in the area of M&S Apartments in Estate La Grange, and found 20-year-old Jeremy Rodriguez lying in the roadway bleeding from several gunshot wounds.  He was transported to the hospital where he died later that morning.  Please help police to solve this homicide.

St. John:  Police are requesting the community’s assistance in solving a burglary that occurred on September 22, 2009 between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. in the area of Coral Bay. A camera and a flat screen television were among the items stolen. In another burglary at Coral Bay, a red Gateway laptop computer was taken.

St. Thomas:  On September 20, 2009 at 1:26 p.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Domino Gas in Frydenhoj. Officers found Curtis Thomas, who was shot and later died of his injuries. Police are requesting the community’s help in solving this homicide. 

You, the community, have been quite remarkable in helping to bring closure to many cases similar to these.  Please help law enforcement close these cases also.  Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org  or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report that in less than nine months of operation, the community has submitted tips resulting in 63 arrests and the recovery of 39 illegal guns.  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 9/30/2009:
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our Media Coverage page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 37
September 23, 2009

Crime Stoppers has a special announcement to all residents of the USVI:  Since January 1, 2007 there have been 135 homicides committed in our territory. Almost all were due to gunshots, and more than half of the victims were under 35 years of age.  Think of the number of lives and future generations lost who could have contributed to the betterment of the Virgin Islands. 

The good news is that since January of this year, the residents of the territory, via Crime Stoppers, have provided law enforcement with tips that helped solve 48% of these homicides, with many additional investigations nearing completion.  Thank you for doing the right thing.  Now let’s solve the remaining 52% of the homicides.  Please continue to be part of the solution.  Help bring closure to these cases for the families and friends of the deceased and for all of us who want to see our loved ones live in a safe, secure, and productive community.

On Saturday September 26, 2009, St. Thomas will host activities for National Night Out Against Crime.  Similar events will follow in St. Croix and St. John in October.  Let’s use these events to send a clear message to the killers that we have all had enough of the violence and that we are going to provide law enforcement with the necessary information to solve the remaining homicides. Even the smallest bit of information may be just what is needed to solve these cases. 

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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.

 Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 9/23/2009:
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our Media Coverage page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 36
September 16, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking your help to solve the following crimes.  Even the smallest bit of information may be just what law enforcement needs to solve these cases.
 
St. Croix:  Detectives are asking the community for any information concerning the killing of 18-year-old Anthony Minto, Jr. on Thursday August 27, near the Catherine`s Rest Supermarket.  Mr. Minto was found lying by the roadside with multiple gunshot wounds.  He died a short time later.  Please help police to identify the killer(s).

St. John:  Detectives are seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the three men who robbed the apartment above Morgan’s Mango on September 3, at about 1:30 am.  Three black males, armed with knives and machetes, entered the apartment while it was occupied by the residents.  One suspect may have received a laceration to the hand or forearm during the robbery.
 
St. Thomas:  Detectives are looking for information concerning the May 21, 2008 killing of 19-year-old Anell Mulrain.  Mr. Mulrain was found lying in the middle of the road with multiple gunshot wounds near the Tutu Valley Basketball Court at about 3:30 p.m.  He died at the hospital a short time later.  Please help bring closure to this case for the family and friends of Mr. Mulrain.
 
Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org  or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report that in the last 30 days they have authorized new rewards totaling $10,464.  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 9/16/2009:
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our Media Coverage page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 35
September 09, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases: 

St. Croix:  A very large copper potstill and retort were stolen from the Whim Museum grounds between Saturday, August 29 and Monday, August 31. Please help law enforcement to recover this historic part of our heritage, and to identify the thieves.  A picture of the stolen items is at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org .

St. John:  Police are seeking the community’s assistance in identifying three men who robbed the apartment above Morgan’s Mango on September 3, at about 1:30 am. Three black males, armed with knives and machetes, entered the apartment while it was occupied by the residents. One suspect may have received a laceration to the hand or forearm during the robbery. 

St. Thomas:  Police are asking the community to help locate 26-year-old Ms. Akilah Charleswell, who was last seen on August 12 at E & M Grocery Store in Hull Bay.  Ms. Charleswell, also known as “Shawty”, is 5`0", approximately 110 pounds, and has dark eyes and black hair with short twisted locks and medium brown complexion.  Her picture is available at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org .

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org  or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 have an unsolved crime you would like Crime Stoppers to feature, send an e-mail to CrimeStoppersVI@gmail.com .

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 9/09/2009:
CSUSVI 09.09.2009 English.mp3
CSUSVI 09.09.2009 Spanish .mp3
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our Media Coverage page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 34
September 02, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases:

St. Croix:  Police are requesting the community’s assistance concerning a recent spate of burglaries in Estates Carlton, Whim, and Campo Rico areas.  We are seeking information on the persons, descriptions of suspicious vehicles, or the names of anyone who may be selling items taken during these burglaries. 

St. John:  Police are asking residents of Peter Bay to work together to locate the persons who burglarized a home on August 18 stealing multiple cell phones, laptop computers, cameras, purses and wallets.  If you are approached and asked to buy any such items, please call Crime Stoppers.  Also, help prevent future burglaries by reporting all suspicious persons or vehicles, especially close to construction sites, to police. 

St. Thomas:  Police are seeking the name(s) of the person(s) who gunned down 42-year-old Hawthorn Saunders Jr. whose body was found on the kitchen floor of the Bernier`s Guest House in Estate Contant shortly after 10:00pm on Tuesday August 25. 

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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.  To join us in the fight against crime, visit our website at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org and become a dues paying member.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 9/02/2009:
CSUSVI 09.02.2009 English.mp3
CSUSVI 09.02.2009 Spanish.mp3
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our Media Coverage page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 33
August 26, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases:

St. Croix:  Police are requesting information concerning a robbery that occurred on Saturday afternoon, July 25, 2009 on the dirt road leading to the Agriculture Grounds near Croixville Apartments.  A 16-year old suffered life threatening injuries at the hands of perpetrators who took his cellular telephone after hitting him with an unknown object. If you have any information concerning this incident, please call.  

St. John:  On August 18, 2009 a Peter Bay residence was burglarized.  Stolen items included multiple cell phones, laptop computers, cameras, purses and wallets. If someone approaches you to buy any such items, please contact Crime Stoppers right away.  Police are also asking residents of Peter Bay to work together to find the burglars and to prevent future burglaries by reporting all suspicious persons or vehicles, especially close to construction sites, to police. 

St. Thomas: Police are requesting any information on the shooting deaths of Basheem Ford and James Tomeau.  Mr. Ford was killed on August 9, 2009 in the area of Kronprindsens Gade, close to the old Marianne’s, at about 4:35 am.  Mr. Tomeau was killed on August 18, 2009 at about 12:05 am near his residence in Wintberg.  Help us stop these killings.  Please tell us who the killers are so police can bring them to justice.

Territorially:  Police are seeking information that will help locate 26-year old, Ms. Akilah Charleswell of St. Thomas, who was last seen on August 12, 2009 at E & M Grocery Store in Hull Bay, St, Thomas.  Ms. Charleswell, also known as “Shawty”, is 5`0", weighs approximately 110 pounds, and has dark eyes and black hair with short twisted locks and medium brown complexion. 

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.crimestoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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. 

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 8/26/2009:
CSUSVI 08.26.2009 English.mp3
CSUSVI 08.26.2009 Spanish.mp3
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our Media Coverage page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 32
August 19, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases:

St. Croix: The Virgin Islands Department of Justice (VIDOJ) is requesting the community`s assistance in locating a “person of interest” who may have information regarding a criminal investigation. A photo of this person is available at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org. A reward of $1,000 will be paid by Crime Stoppers to the first person whose information results in VIDOJ successfully locating this person.

St. John: Police are asking the community for information leading to the arrest of any individual or business taking advantage of the elderly by defrauding them of money, personal property, physical health, or any scheme that leads them to pay excessive amounts for construction projects, etc.

St. Thomas: Police are asking for assistance in apprehending a Ten Most Wanted fugitive, Johverne Meyers who has been seen in various communities during the past several days.  If you see this individual, who is approximately 25 years of age, with a close cropped haircut, dark complexion, and weighing approximately 175 pounds; call Crime Stoppers.  Do not try to apprehend this fugitive as he is armed and dangerous. A photo of Meyers is available at www.vipd.gov.vi/crime/wanted.aspx.

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 USVI is run entirely by volunteers and is financed by membership dues and sponsor contributions.  To join us in the fight against crime, visit www.CrimeStoppersUSVI.org.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 8/19/2009:
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 31
August 12, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases: 

St. Croix: Police need the community’s help in identifying the suspects involved in the death of Peter Des Jardins who died Tuesday, August 4.  Des Jardins was shot by an unknown assailant while in a restaurant in Estate St. Peters. 

St. John: Police are requesting your assistance in identifying any suspicious individual(s) and vehicle(s) which may have been involved in the Chocolate Hole and Great Cruz Bay burglaries. Please report all suspicious individuals and cars in the neighborhood to local police or to Crime Stoppers.

St. Thomas: Police need the Community’s help in identifying the person responsible for the shooting of a male tourist in an attempted robbery that occurred about 5:00 am this past Saturday in the area of Sapphire Village, Smith Bay. 

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.crimestoppersUSVI.org  or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report that the community’s tips have produced five more arrests in the last three weeks.  This brings total arrests to 44.  If you have an unsolved crime you would like Crime Stoppers to feature, please send an e-mail message to CrimeStoppersVI@gmail.com .

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 8/12/2009:
CSUSVI 08.12.2009 English.mp3
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 30
August 05, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases:

St. Croix:  Police are seeking the community’s help in identifying the person or persons responsible for the homicide of 20-year-old Iver James Jr. who died on Sunday, July 27 from multiple gunshot wounds near the Carambola Hotel and Resort.

St. John:  Police are asking the community`s help in identifying the person or persons responsible for the homicide of Mr. Juan Ayala, owner of Cap`s Place in Cruz Bay, who was found dead on January 5, 2009 at his home in Estate Pastory. He had been shot multiple times about the body.

St. Thomas:  Police are looking for any information that will lead to the arrest of the person or persons who shot Mr. Maurice Oliver on June 7, as he and his wife were leaving their place of business in the Tutu Park Mall. Mr. Oliver died on June 30 from his injuries.

Territorially:  Police are seeking information on persons who are burglarizing homes in the territory. In particular, police are urging anyone who may have information on any persons buying stolen goods for resale or for shipping off island.

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.crimestoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report we paid our tenth reward this past week.  The amount of the cash reward was $1,750.  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, visit www.crimestoppersUSVI.org.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 8/5/2009:
CSUSVI 08.05.2009 English.mp3
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 29
July 29, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases: 

St. Croix:  Police are seeking any information concerning the shooting death of O’Neal “Tully” Mulley, which occurred on Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at approximately 10:45 p.m.  Mulley, a 35-year old black male, suffered multiple gun shots to the body while in the area of the Frederiksted Vegetable Market.

St. John:  There has been an increase in burglaries in the Enighed and Chocolate Hole Areas of St. John. Police are requesting your assistance in identifying any suspicious individual(s) and vehicle(s) which may have been observed in those areas.

St. Thomas:  Police are asking for your assistance in capturing one of the V.I.’s most wanted, Johverne Meyers. Meyers is a 25-year old black male wanted in connection with an assault on a male and female in the vicinity of Holy Family Church in Charlotte Amalie on September 26, 2008. If anyone has seen him or knows his whereabouts, please let us know.  He has been known to frequent the Tutu High-Rise area and may have short-cropped hair at this time.

Territorially:  VIPD and other Law Enforcement agencies are requesting your help identifying those areas where gang related activity may be present and the names of the individuals involved.  If you know of anyone involved in this activity, please let us know.

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.crimestoppersUSVI.org  or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report that the community’s tips have resulted in the authorization of 22 rewards totaling $23,035.  However, only nine of these have collected.  If you have 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.  Crime Stoppers USVI is run entirely by volunteers and is financed by membership dues and sponsor contributions.  To join us, visit www.crimestoppersUSVI.org .

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 07/29/2009:
CSUSVI 07.29.2009 English.mp3
CSUSVI 07.29.2009 Spanish.mp3
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 28
July 22, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases: 

St. Croix:  Police are still looking for the person or persons who killed 19-year-old Damien Richardson. Damien’s body was found on a bleacher at the Sion Farm Ballpark in the early hours of September 1, 1991.   Police suspect Damien was shot and killed elsewhere and his body then moved to the ballpark. 

St. John:  Police are seeking information on any persons who may be illegally conducting dog fights. Dog fighting is a felony offense and it is cruel. Call Crime Stoppers with locations of fights and information about persons involved in this animal cruelty. 

St. Thomas:  Police are seeking information that will bring the killer of 35-year-old Charles Ham to justice. Ham was shot and killed about 10:15 p.m. February 21, 2009 after getting out of his car near his Anna`s Retreat home. 

 Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.crimestoppersUSVI.org  or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report that the community’s tips have produced three more arrests and the confiscation of another illegal weapon.  Total arrests are now 39, weapons recovered are now 22, and rewards authorized just increased by $6,000.  Please note:  Crime Stoppers USVI is run entirely by volunteers, and relies on the community’s donations to pay rewards. To donate, visit www.crimestoppersUSVI.org .

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 27
July 15, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases: 

St. Croix:  Police are asking the community for information on the homicide of 43-year-old Stanislaus McIntosh who was shot to death in Estate Campo Rico on June 13, 2009. 

St. John:  Police are still looking for a suspect in a robbery that occurred on January 13, 2009 at about 10:30 p.m. in Estate Bethany. The unknown male, who was wearing all black clothing, a black mask and hat, entered a residence brandishing a gun and demanded money.  There were four individuals in the home at the time. 

St. Thomas: Police are looking for the killer of 34-year-old Jonas Milford, a native of Haiti, who was shot, and later died, during a robbery attempt in Oswald Harris Court on April 6, 2009 at about 10:25 p.m. 

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.crimestoppersUSVI.org  or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report that, since our launch in January, we have received 244 tips from the community, and 25 of those tips have resulted in 36 arrests and the recovery of 21 illegal weapons.  If you have an unsolved crime you would like Crime Stoppers to feature, send an e-mail message to CrimeStoppersVI@gmail.com .

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 07/15/2009:
CSUSVI 07.15.2009 English.mp3
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Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 26
July 08, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases: 

St. Croix:  Police need additional information to solve the April 7^th 2004 homicide of 44-year-old Francisco Martinez who died when he was shot multiple times by an unknown suspect. Martinez was a fisherman and was killed as he was preparing his catch of fish for sale during the Easter holiday. 

St. John:  Police are seeking additional information on a robbery that happened Monday, June 15 near the Islandia Building above the Dolphin Market area. A male victim was robbed of cash, shot at, and assaulted. The suspect was described as being a black male about 5’7” wearing a gray shirt and dark pants. His face was covered with a shirt. 

St. Thomas:  Police need help identifying four men who robbed patrons and staff at Tipico Bar and Restaurant on Dronnigens Gade on June 1.  Witnesses said the four armed men were dressed in all black clothing. They took cash and jewelry and fled the area.  

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at www.crimestoppersUSVI.org  or by texting “USVI” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 authorized its 20^th reward this past week increasing total authorized rewards to $19,535.  If you have submitted a tip please check to see if you are entitled to a cash reward.  Please note that unclaimed rewards expire six months after award date.  Crime Stoppers USVI is run entirely by volunteers, and relies on the community’s donations to pay rewards. To donate, visit www.crimestoppersUSVI.org . 

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 25
July 01, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what police need to solve these cases: 

St. Croix:  Police are seeking additional information on the January 2006 homicide of 17-year-old David Berrios, whose body was found in a grassy area near building 21 of the Ralph De Chabert Housing Community.

St. John:   Police are seeking additional information on the murder of Juan Ayala. Mr. Ayala died from multiple gunshot wounds outside his home in Estate Pastory on January 5, 2009. Police believe there may be two suspects; one may be a black male with braided hair. 

St. Thomas:  Police investigators are seeking additional information on the January 2006 homicide of Blair E. Shannon, a popular cruise ship entertainer from Cincinnati, Ohio, who was shot in his St. Thomas hotel room.

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus their message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 USVI is run entirely by volunteers, and relies on the community’s donations to pay rewards. To donate, visit www.crimestoppersusvi.org . 

Crime Stoppers is pleased to report the communities tips have resulted in four additional arrests along with the recovery of four more illegal weapons.  Everyone who submitted a tip should check with Crime Stoppers to see if they are eligible for a cash reward.  Please note that unclaimed rewards expire six months after the award date.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 07/01/2009:
CSUSVI 07.01.2009 English.mp3
CSUSVI 07.01.2009 Spanish.mp3
(To download a copy of this .mp3 file,
  right-click the link and "Save Target as...) 

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 24
June 24, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following cold case homicides, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases:
 
St. Croix, July 2007:  The body of Francis Augustus was found burned inside his vehicle on Many Paws Road near Ha’Penny Bay.
 
St. John, July 1999:   Kishawn Daly was shot by an unknown suspect in Cruz Bay.
 
St Thomas, June 2007:  Dale O. Samuel was shot by an unknown assailant in his Smith Bay home.
 
These three murders remain unsolved.  Anyone having any information on these and other killings in the Territory is asked to call with details.  Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus their message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 USVI is run entirely by volunteers, and relies on the community’s donations to pay rewards. To donate, visit www.crimestoppersusvi.org .
 
Crime Stoppers is pleased to report that we have now received over 200 tips which so far have lead to the closure of 38 cases, the arrest of 29 suspects, and the recovery of 16 illegal weapons.  Everyone who submitted a tip should check with Crime Stoppers to see if they are eligible for a cash reward.  Please note that unclaimed rewards expire six months after award date.  Also, if you have an unsolved crime you would like Crime Stoppers to feature, send an e-mail message to CrimeStoppersVI@gmail.com .

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 23
June 17, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases:

St. Croix:  Police are seeking any information that can lead to an arrest in the murder of 26-year-old Abijah Todman who died August 18, 2007 at about 10:45 p.m. after a gunfight on the road in front of Gas-for-Less service station at the Diamond Crest Plaza.

St. John:   Police need help building cases against persons who are selling illegal drugs on the island. Please call Crime Stoppers with as much information as you can on these criminals.

St Thomas:  Police are seeking information on juveniles who are involved in robberies, burglaries, gun, or drug crimes. Anyone with specific information as to names, residences, descriptions, or any other information on juveniles who are involved in criminal behavior please call Crime Stoppers.

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus their message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 USVI is run entirely by volunteers, and relies on the community’s donations to pay rewards. To donate, visit www.crimestoppersusvi.org .

Crime Stoppers is pleased to report the community’s tips have lead to another arrest.  Total arrests from tips submitted to Crime Stoppers are now 29.  Everyone who submitted a tip should check with Crime Stoppers to see if they are eligible for a cash reward.  Also, if you have an unsolved crime you would like Crime Stoppers to feature, send an e-mail message to CrimeStoppersVI@gmail.com . 

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 06/17/2009:
CSUSVI 06.17.2009 English.mp3
CSUSVI 06.17.2009 Spanish.mp3
(To download a copy of this .mp3 file,
  right-click the link and "Save Target as...) 

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 22
June 10, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these crimes: 

St. Croix:  Police are asking for the help of the community in solving the murder of 41-year-old George Cintron who was shot and killed Friday, May 29 on Estate Profit road between the Harvey housing community and Estate Profit.  Police say Cintron was on his way to the store when he was approached by unknown suspect(s) and shot once in his upper body. Witnesses told police they saw a vehicle speed away from the scene.  

St Thomas:  Police are seeking information on any person who may be participating in robberies that have been occurring on the island. If you know anything about the suspects, their names or descriptions, what car they drive, where they live, or any other information, please call Crime Stoppers.

The Territory:  Police are asking for the community’s help in tracking down anyone who is illegally selling guns. If you have any information on this crime, please call Crime Stoppers so this can be stopped.

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus their message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report that tips received have resulted in 19 cash rewards totaling $19,195.  All tipsters who think their tip may have resulted in a case being cleared should check with Crime Stoppers to see if they are eligible for a cash reward.  Please note: unclaimed rewards expire six months after the payment is authorized. 

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 21
June 03, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases: 

St. Croix:  Police Officer Wendell Williams also called “Lazee” or “Willow” was last seen on June 13, 2001, when he was 49 years old. He is 5’9” and weighs 190 pounds. He has a dark complexion with black and grey hair and beard. His family is searching for answers. 

St. John:   41-year-old Carrel “Nicky” Brady has been missing since November 2006. His family says that Nicky suffers from mental illness and liked to walk in Coral Bay without shoes on his feet. He is 5’2” tall and weighs about 180 pounds. He has salt and pepper locks and a beard. 

St Thomas:  The family of Ahiem Kareem Huyghue is still wondering why he died. Ahiem was a 13-year-old ninth grade student at Charlotte Amalie High School who was shot at about 2:30 a.m. Jan. 22, 2006, while in his mother’s Hospital Ground home. Police have no suspects or motive in the murder.

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus their message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 is pleased to report that tips from the community have now resulted in 24 arrests, 35 cases closed, and 16 illegal weapons recovered.  These tips have resulted in Crime Stoppers authorizing rewards of $15,285.  If you have submitted a tip please check to see if you are entitled to a reward.  Crime Stoppers USVI is run entirely by volunteers, and relies on the community’s donations to pay rewards. To donate, visit www.crimestoppersusvi.org.

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 06/03/2009:
CSUSVI 06.03.2009 English.mp3
CSUSVI 06.03.2009 Spanish.mp3
(To download a copy of this .mp3 file,
  right-click the link and "Save Target as...) 

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 20
May 27, 2009

The Virgin Islands Police Department is asking residents on St Croix, St Thomas, Water Island and St John to provide Crime Stoppers with information on any of the following criminal offenses:

Any merchant, store owner or store employee who is participating in food stamp program violations, which includes exchanging food stamp credits for cash or anything other than allowable food items. Also, anyone who has filed false food stamps applications.

Any person committing a white collar crime, which can include embezzlement, bribery, extortion, fraud, price fixing, using a computer to commit a crime, obstruction of justice, hindering an investigation or withholding information that could solve a crime. 

Any person committing crimes against the elderly. This includes physical, mental, emotional or sexual abuse, neglect and misuse of funds or healthcare fraud. 

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting "USVI" plus their message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 USVI is run entirely by volunteers, and relies on the community`s donations to pay rewards. To donate, visit www.crimestoppersusvi.org.

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!

Crime Stoppers USVI Needs Your Help - Week 19
May 20, 2009

Crime Stoppers is asking the community to help the VIPD solve the following crimes, and reminds everyone that any information, no matter how insignificant, may be just what the police need to solve these cases:

St. Croix:  Police are asking the public for information on suspects, possibly minors, who are breaking and entering homes in the Whim and Campo Rico area. The area has experienced a rise in these crimes and police need information on who is committing these burglaries

St. John:   Police are seeking information on anyone who may be residing or working on St. John illegally. Police believe some illegals may be committing robberies and burglaries on the island. Police remind employers that it is illegal to hire anyone who is not a legal US resident.

St Thomas:  Police are still seeking information on the May 6 shooting that injured an elementary school student. The student underwent surgery and is said to be recovering, but this shooting could have had deadly results. Anyone with information about who was involved is asked to call Crime Stoppers immediately.

Crime Stoppers is pleased to report that tips received resulted in four more arrests and the confiscation of three illegal weapons.  Thank you and please keep the tips flowing.  In addition, if you have an unsolved crime you would like Crime Stoppers to feature, send an e-mail message to CrimeStoppersvi@gmail.com 

Community members can submit tips to Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).  The tips are completely anonymous, and the stateside operators are bilingual. Tipsters can also submit tips online at CrimeStoppersUSVI.org or by texting “USVI” plus their message to CRIMES (274637).  If a tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or illegal drugs, 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 USVI is run entirely by volunteers, and relies on the community’s donations to pay rewards. To donate, visit www.crimestoppersusvi.org

Audio versions of this announcement for Wednesday 05/20/2009:
CSUSVI 05.20.2009 English.mp3
CSUSVI 05.20.2009 Spanish.mp3
(To download a copy of this .mp3 file,
  right-click the link and "Save Target as...) 

Broadcast Media, we have recorded a 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) dated 03/03/2009.  Both the English and Spanish version .MP3 files can be downloaded from our "Media Coverage" page.  Thank you for your support!