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TCI: Deadly August, four murdered, five others shot including two women
#TurksandCaicosIslands – Saturday September 1, 2018 – Some in the country are labeling it the ‘deadliest’ month in Turks and Caicos history as four men were murdered and five other people shot, including two women – all in the month of August 2018.
Police on Providenciales earlier today confirmed that they are investigating yet another shooting incident overnight which left one man dead and takes the murder count for the month of August to four. 
“According to 911 Central, they received a report at 9:40 p.m., Friday, August 31st, 2018, of a man lying motionless in the road with a single gunshot wound. Both Police and EMT’s were dispatched to the scene on Horseshoe Lane, Leeward Highway.”
The Forensic Unit is investigating this crime, where it is reported to Magnetic Media that wanted man, Prince John Brutus was killed by an unknown suspect.
Brutus, 22 years old, was in June 2017 announced as wanted by Police for questioning in connection to a series of serious crimes. A wanted poster was published by the TCI Police to aid in his capture and arrest last Summer; Brutus was wanted in case of American tourist, Kevin Newman who fell into a coma after being shot in Grace Bay in June 2017 in a botched armed robbery. Brutus, who had turned himself into Police in August 2017, was released but still considered to be, one of the TCIs Most Wanted at the time of his death last night.
The young man died at the scene, according to the Police report.
On August 3, there were two murders of two young men: Judah Gail and Terrell Handfield. 
In the killing of Judah Gail, believed to be in his 20’s, there has been an arrest and a man has been charged – Kendal ‘MadMax’ Dean was arraigned in court on Thursday August 23, 2018 on multiple counts connected to the homicide.
There has been no arrest for the murder of Terrell Handfiled, who was gunned down in Five Cays mere hours later, also on August 3, 2018.
On August 23, 2018 Ervin Walkin was murdered as he left work for a lunch break; that happened shortly before noon in the Glass Shack area of Providenciales.
Magnetic Media is told some people have been questioned as potential suspects in the Walkin killing, but police have not informed of any arrests in the brazen murder.
In four separate incidents, five other people were shot.
A man at a bar in Kew Town on August 13; a 19-year old woman grazed in the neck by a bullet and shielded, we are informed by her boyfriend, who was critically wounded when their vehicle was shot at near the Blue Hills Round about on August 19. The next day,in a separate shooting at the Kew Town Kids Park, a woman was shot and hospitalised. On Thursday August 30, 2018 a man, while at CIBCFirstCaribbean bank on Leeward Highway, was shot in the leg and rushed to hospital.
Members of the public are distributing social media memes, slamming the government for this escalation in violence. Both, which we have received, feature a photo of Premier Sharlene Robinson with the words: “PDM: Weak on Crime” and in the other image, it says: “August 2018 will do down as the deadliest month in the history of the TCI. What is the Premier doing about it on September 1st?”
Turks and Caicos now records six murders for 2018.
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
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