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Water Fun Weekend with Windvibes, Billfish Release Tourney and Race for the Conch

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Rowdy GainesProvidenciales, 03 Jul 2015 – This weekend Windvibes, the IGFA Billfish Release Tournament and the Race for the Conch are on for terrific fun at sea.

Tonight the opening party for Windvibes kicks off at Salt at Blue Haven Resort where organizers say they will also celebrate the first day of fishing for anglers from the tourney.

There is a float parade planned from the Bight Park later today which will travel to Blue Haven and that kick off.

The Wind Vibes kite boarding events are actually set for Sunday July 5 at Long Bay Beach beginning at 10am with the closing ceremony that night at Salt. The Race for the Conch continues to be a most captivating eco sea swim and will be held at its traditional spot, Ricky’s Flamingo Café on Saturday.

Race options include 2.4 Mile (Ironman swim), 1 Mile, and 1/2 mile distances and for those wanting an extra challenge.

Organizers say they are excited to welcome Olympic gold medalist and US Masters Swim champion, Rowdy Gaines for the race this year.

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Robbery Accused Granted Bail

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Turks and Caicos, 28th April 2025 – RENARDO CLARKE was granted $5000 bail when he appeared before a Magistrate today (Monday, April 28, 2025), charged with Robbery.

As part of his bail conditions, the accused is required to reside at a relative’s home and report to the Grace Bay Police Station three days per week during specific times. The accused will also observe a daily curfew from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

The matter was adjourned for a sufficiency hearing on June 6, 2025.

Clarke was charged following investigations into an incident reported on April 17, 2025, in Long Bay, where a male victim was robbed of cash and valuables while at the canal off Old Grace Road, Long Bay.

Following the report, officers commenced an investigation and charged Clarke on 22nd April.

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Illegals Detained        

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Turks and Caicos, 28th April 2025 – On Saturday, April 26th, 2025, officers from the Marine Branch of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RT&CIPF) responded to a report of illegal migrants spotted in the mangrove area along the southeastern side of North Caicos.

The United States Coast Guard (Air Support Unit), the Turks and Caicos Islands Regiment, and the Department of Fisheries and Marine Resources Management supported the operation.

Upon arrival at the location, RT&CIPF officers apprehended eleven (11) male individuals, all confirmed to be of Haitian nationality.

The individuals were detained and transported to Providenciales, where they were handed over to officers from Border Force for processing and further investigation.

We continue to urge members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious maritime or coastal activity to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force by calling 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 to provide information anonymously.

Additionally, individuals are encouraged to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app to share information.

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Attempted Murder Charge

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Turks and Caicos, 28th April 2025 – JUNIOR BELIZAIRE, 24, is expected to appear before a Magistrate later this week.

Belizaire of The Bight faces the following charges:

  • One Count – Attempted Murder
  • One Count – Unlawful Entry

The accused was charged on Sunday, 27th April 2025.

The charges stem from a violent incident that occurred on the evening of 21st April 2025, when a 26-year-old male victim was attacked and sustained multiple chop wounds to his head and body.

The victim was found bleeding and transported to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre (CHMC) for emergency treatment.

Due to the severity of his injuries, the victim has since been flown overseas for further medical care. His condition remains stable.

The Serious Crime Unit, after an intensive investigation, identified Belizaire as the alleged perpetrator of the attack.

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