TCI News

Press Release: PDA Leader calls for Turks and Caicos Cabinet papers to be exposed

Published

6 years ago

April 23, 2018

Deandrea S Hamilton

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Press Statement Oswald Skippings

#TurksandCaicosIslands, Monday April 23, 20-18 – We are all aware of the British age old game of convenient colonialism, hence no conscious politician or voter for that matter, should be in any haste whatsoever to validate any British claims or assertions against an elected government in an overseas territory.

The governor however, has exposed himself and afforded our Premier a clear and unobstructed opportunity to expose the British and vindicate her and her PDM administration from what is tantamount to flagrant and brazen allegations of falsehood, apathy and incompetence in her government.

She is now free to produce the cabinet papers presented by her and her ministers proposing the rehabilitation projects for our airport terminal, school buildings, community centers, government buildings and so on, that were devastated by hurricanes Ike, Irma and Marie. Honorable premier expose the governor by showing to the public when these proposals were presented to cabinet and overridden by the governor himself.

In the case where it may have been any civil servants obstructionists, as permanent secretaries, or other financial officers, department heads or managers, produce your written directives or requests and expose them too. This has escalated way beyond a word and blame game, the ability and credibility of you and your government have been placed on the line by her majesty’s government and you have wherewithal to easily and convincingly defend that and put this matter to rest leaving no doubts whatsoever in the minds of both your supporters, non supporters and your haters.

I often wonder why we allow ourselves to be inextricably entangled in webs that may so easily be disentangled.

Madam Premier, the Governor apparently unknowingly, opened the door, so walk in and expose them all and put them to shame, put this matter to bed and restore your credibility and that of your PDM government.

Crime

Shooting Incident

Published

3 days ago

July 23, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

***MEDIA RELEASE***

July 23^rd, 2024.

Around 10:59 am, the Police Control Room received a call of gunshots at a location along the Millennium Highway, Providenciales.

Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force were dispatched and, based on preliminary investigations, were told that the occupant (s) of a red Suzuki Swift was at a business place when another car pulled alongside it, and the occupants started shooting.

The driver of the Swift drove off while the other unidentified vehicle sped off in a separate direction.

Officers found the Swift abandoned near Miracle Close, Blue Hills, shortly after.

Based on investigations, no injuries were reported.

This remains an active investigation.

The RT&CIPF is asking anyone with information or CCTV footage of the shooting that may assist the police with enquiries to contact 911, the closest police station, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 and anonymously give any information.

Additionally, persons are being asked to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app.

News

Twelve Officers Sworn In

Published

3 days ago

July 23, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

***MEDIA RELEASE***

July 23^rd, 2024.

There are twelve new officers within the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.

The officers—Ronn James, Ernie Henry, Aron Charlery, Andrew Ottley, Emmanuel Dabreo, Damion Clarke, Jeffrey Kaye, Roan Waugh, Shan Livermore, Kemar Chambers, Michael Campbell, and Ajay Budhai—took an oath to protect and serve the citizens of the Turks and Caicos Islands yesterday (July 22nd) afternoon at Police Headquarters, Providenciales.

Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin, who administered the officers’ oath, said, “Thank you for choosing the TCI. It will not be a bed of roses. Policing requires hard work, and you ensure our communities are safe. Your arrival was anticipated and highly overdue.

“You are now officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, and you are committed to the safety of the people of these archipelagoes. We must lead by example and not let our guard down. Stand firm on the foundation of our motto- Service With Pride and Integrity. Integrity is doing the right thing in the absence of anyone watching.”

The President of the Christian Council, Pastor Wilbert Jennings, delivered the opening prayer and told officers to always call on God in their time of need.

Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams, Assistant Commissioner Kendall Grant, acting Assistant Commissioner Mat Newton, Chairman of the Police Welfare Association Sgt. Jepson Victor and Human Resources Manager Rex Swann also attended the ceremony.

Crime

Male Charged with Theft and Handling Stolen Goods

Published

3 days ago

July 23, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

***MEDIA RELEASE***

July 23^rd,2024.

A 23-year-old male from the Bight, Providenciales, has been charged with the theft of a boat.

CHANDELER JOSEPH is expected to appear before a Magistrate next week to answer the following charges:

Two Counts of Theft
Two Counts of Handling Stolen Goods

The charges against Mr. Joseph followed a report of a stolen boat in the Turtle Cove district on July 19^th,2024.

Inquiries were conducted shortly after Mr Joseph was arrested and subsequently charged.

The RTCIPF is asking anyone with information on illegal activities that may assist the police with enquiries to contact 911, the closest police station, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 and anonymously give any information.

Additionally, persons are being asked to download the CrimeStoppers P3 app.