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TCI Premier Updates public on South Caicos airport terminal fire
#TurksandCaicosIslands – On Sunday, March 8th, I was informed by the District Commissioner of South Caicos that the Airport Terminal was engulfed in flames and would likely result in the complete loss of the building.
During the course of the morning, I reached out to representatives of the TCI Airports Authority and the Civil Aviation Authority to agree quick measures to ensure that flight operations were not interrupted for an extended period. I am thankful to both Authorities for the quick solution which saw no impact to flight operations. I also reached out to hoteliers on the Island to ensure that the needs of guests were known and consequently addressed. I spoke with an airline operator on possible interim measures which allowed guests to meet their international connecting flights.
I am pleased to say that the Tender for the South Caicos Terminal closed some weeks ago and a preferred bidder has been identified. While the tender process for a new Terminal on South Caicos is advancing, there remains additional steps in the process before an award of contract. We expect this process to be completed before end of the month. We will identify a temporary space to facilitate travellers while this process is ongoing.
On Monday 9th March, I travelled to South Caicos along with the Acting Governor, Her Excellency Anya Williams, Commissioner of Police, Mr Trevor Botting, CEO of TCI Airports Authority, Mr John Smith, Director of Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies Dr Virginia Clerveaux and Civil Aviation Authority Inspector Mr Onward Hamilton. An alternative facility has been identified and critical works are under consideration.
An Investigation team also travelled to South Caicos. The site will be cleared immediately once investigations have concluded and cleared by the Investigators. I await the official report on the cause of the fire.
It is really a sad turn of events, having only in the past few weeks carried out enhancement works to the Building. We ask residents for your patience as we progress the works for the new terminal.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 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.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 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.
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