TCI News
TCI: Nasiya Misick appointed as the new Deputy Director of the Exchange and Information Unit
#Providenciales, July 24, 2019 – Turks and Caicos – The Office of the Deputy Governor is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Nasiya Misick to the post of Deputy Director of the Exchange and Information Unit within the Ministry of Finance, Trade and Investment.
Ms. Misick joined the Turks & Caicos Islands Government in 2006 as a Crown Counsel in the Attorney General’s Chambers, working in the Commercial and Civil Divisions until 2010. In 2014, she rejoined the civil service as Assistant Commissioner of Revenue (Legal) with the Revenue Department. Ms. Misick was responsible for the general operations of the Grand Turk Office, in addition to being the Department’s legal counsel. In 2015 she was given additional duties and appointed as Collector of Stamp Duty.
In 2017, she transferred to the Exchange of Information Unit within the Ministry of Finance as the Exchange of Information Officer. Ms. Misick has provided legal assistance in all Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) and Common Reporting Standards (CRS) matters.
Most notably to date, she was given the opportunity to participate in the Countries second round of reviews by the Global Forum for the Exchange of Information on Request (EOIR). Assisting in the preparation of the Report, the onsite review, and the Peer Review Group (PRG) in Paris, for which Turks & Caicos Islands received a Largely Compliant rating with the international standard.
Ms. Misick holds a Bachelors of Law (Hons) Degree from the University of Manchester in Manchester, UK and a legal practicing certificate from Manchester Metropolitan University. Through the Civil Service Professional Development Fund, she is currently pursuing an LLM in International Trade and Commercial Law at the University of Essex.
Commenting on her appointment, Ms. Misick stated; “When I began my career in Law thirteen (13) years ago, I certainly did not imagine that I would have a career in finance. It was not until I joined the Ministry of Finance in 2014, that I recognized that I had a passion for finance and the Law. Life has taught me that it is important to trust in God and to trust the process, for life is not a sprint, but a marathon.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my associates for the valuable lessons that I learned during my time with the Revenue Department. Additionally, I would also like to thank the Director of the Exchange of Information Unit for his support and his belief in my abilities to help shape the Exchange of Information Unit. I look forward to a continued productive relationship and ultimately achieving the goal of combating tax evasion through tax transparency worldwide and the continued development of a Unit that all Turks and Caicos Islanders can be proud of.”
Commenting on the appointment, Deputy Governor and Head of the Public Service Her Excellency Anya Williams said; “I am pleased to congratulate Ms. Misick on her new appointment and her progression within the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service. Ms. Misick has been an asset to the Exchange of Information Unit during a very demanding period where various international obligations have had to be met. She has proven not only her ability, but her sound technical knowledge of the expectations and requirements of this newly established unit and we wish her well in her new role.”
Release: TCIG
#TurksandCaicos, May 21, 2024 – Officers from the Serious Crime Unit (SCU) of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have made a breakthrough following boat thefts in the TCI.
On May 19, 2024, FARIDSON JEAN BAPTISTE, a Haitian national, was charged with the following offences:
- Theft of TCI boat Marauder
- Theft of TCI boat Jupiter
- Theft of TCI boat Team Baja
- Handling Stolen Goods
- Assisting Illegal Entry into the TCI
Mr JEAN BAPTISTE was initially detained on April 5 th 2024, while attempting to enter the TCI on a high-powered boat that was reported stolen. At the time of the interception, thirty (30) irregular migrants were being transported.
Mr JEAN BAPTISTE remains in custody pending a court date. The arrest and subsequent charges against Mr Jean Baptiste follow a complex, multi-jurisdictional investigation by the SCU and the Haitian National Police.
These investigations resulted in the recovery of boats and other property stolen from the TCI, which were retrieved from several locations in Haiti.
The recovered property has an estimated value of over $1.2 million.
#TurksandCaicos, May 21, 2024 – The Traffic Enforcement Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force conducted joint road operations alongside the TCI Border Force on May 13th and 16th, 2024, focusing on crime reduction, illegal migration, and road safety.
These efforts aimed to ensure compliance with Road Traffic regulations and yielded significant results. During these operations, THIRTY-EIGHT (38) individuals were detained for immigration violations, and SIXTY-SIX (66) were reported for traffic offences. For April and May 2024, overall joint operations have resulted in ONE HUNDRED and TWENTY (120) persons detained for immigration purposes, and ONE HUNDRED and NINETY-NINE (199) reported for traffic violations.
Acting Inspector Damian Mitchell emphasised the interconnectedness of road traffic compliance, crime, and illegal migration.
He stated, “These operations focus on addressing each critical area.”
Division B and Community Policing head Superintendent Dwight Gardiner noted a general increase in public compliance with traffic regulations during the first quarter of the year.
Superintendent Gardiner encouraged road users to adhere to all aspects of the law, stating, “Let us all strive to keep our roads safe for everyone and reduce crime in our communities. Adhere to the rules of the road. Thanks to our law enforcement partners and you, members of the public.”
Motorists are especially urged to comply with regulations regarding vehicle window tints. Violations carry a substantial penalty of $250 per window.
The RTCIPF and TCI Border Force thank the public for their cooperation and continued efforts to maintain safety and order on the roads.
Wilkie Arthur
Freelance Court Correspondent
#TurksandCaicos, May 21, 2024 – An undocumented Haitian male, aged 20, faces charges related to gang activity and firearms.
He was apprehended along with others in a small blue car in front of Sunny Foods Supermarket on South Dock/Five Cays Road on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2024. Providing the name JAMES SIMON to the police, he was accompanied by a 16/17-year-old (name withheld) who faces charges of unlawful entry.
The accused is charged with illegal possession of a Black Glock 44 (serial number AEBE402) containing 10 rounds of 22LR ammunition on South Dock/Five Cays Road, Providenciales.
Additionally, he is alleged to be one of three individuals involved in a morning robbery at 809 or Chances, Blue Hills, Providenciales. The robbery, captured on video, involved the gunpoint theft of a female’s white handbag containing $799.00.
He has been remanded until the next sufficiency hearing on July 7th, 2024. Appearing in court on Monday, May 13th, he was represented by Mr. Ashwood Forbes, with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions represented by Ms. Enjaleek Dickerson.
He was arraigned on the following charges:
- Gang membership
- Robbery
- Possession of a firearm for the benefit of a gang
- Possession of ammunition for the benefit of a gang
- Unlawful entry
- Possession of a firearm
- Possession of ammunition
Both individuals are Creole-speaking.
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