TCI News
TCI: Celebrations Abound as Four New Master’s Degrees Earned by FortisTCI Staff
#Providenciales, October 28, 2019 – Turks and Caicos Islands – FortisTCI congratulates Alexandria Missick, Hortnel Johnson, Garrett Jones, and Cleola Ward for the successful completion of Master’s degrees in various areas of expertise within the past year. Through their studies, the four gained skills in human resources, information technology, legal and regulatory, and engineering. This knowledge will help them lead the new energy future of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Director of Legal Services Alexandria Missick earned a Master’s in Business Administration from Imperial College Business School (ICBS), London, after a two-year course of study. The Global MBA program combines innovative thinking and insight with new technology to develop practical solutions to real-world issues, benefiting business, and to improve society. ICBS’ Global MBA program is triple-accredited and ranked as number one in the UK in the QS Distance Online MBA rankings.
Manager of Engineering and Substation Operations Maintenance Hortnel Johnson completed a two-year course of study earning a Professional Science Masters (PSM) in Electrical Power Engineering from Washington State University (WSU), Washington, U.S.A. WSU’s PSM program combines advanced scientific courses along with professional management training, to aid in the advancement of professional and leadership skills of electrical engineering professionals. The program’s faculty comprises members of the National Academy of Engineers and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE).
Manager of Enterprise Technology Solutions Garrett Jones completed a three-year course of study and earned a Master of Liberal Arts (MLA) degree in Information Systems Management from Harvard University-Extension School (HES), Massachusetts, U.S.A. The program explores the building of complex information management systems and frameworks for solving technology problems. HES is fully accredited and its MLA in Information Systems Management program draws on the expertise of leading industry professionals and the greater academic community, including MIT and Princeton.
Human Resource Officer Cleola Ward earned a Master of Science degree in Business Management from Edinburgh Napier University (ENU), based in Edinburgh, Scotland. The yearlong distance-learning course focused on human resources management. ENU’s MSc in Business and Human Resources focuses on issues faced by organizations every day, such as culture, change management and strategic planning. Participants developed skills around successfully leading and motivating employees while navigating the role of a human resources professional.
Speaking about the achievements, FortisTCI President and CEO Eddinton Powell said, “We are proud of our colleagues and their academic achievements. The sacrifice and dedication required are noteworthy. The range of disciplines involved – human resources, information technology, legal and regulatory, and engineering – exemplifies the talent requirements of a modern utility company. As an Investors in People (IIP) certified organization, talent development and enabling self-actualization are ingrained in our corporate DNA. Congratulations from the FortisTCI family.”
Release: FortisTCI
Photo Caption: Director of Legal Services Alexandria Missick (left) at her graduation ceremony with her sister Honorable Akierra Missick. Manager of Engineering and Substation Operations Maintenance Hortnel Johnson (second image from left) pictured holding his Master’s Degree from Washington State University. Manager of Enterprise Technology Solutions Garrett Jones on his graduation day. Human Resources Officer Cleola Ward earned her Master’s Degree from Edinburgh Napier University in Business and Human Resources Management.
#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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