TCI News
TCIFA To Temporarily Suspend Programmes and Leagues Amid Coronavirus Crisis
#Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands — March 14, 2020 — As a result of the global concern in relation to the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and the obvious possibility of increased risk to The Turks and Caicos Islands, the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) has decided to immediately suspend all football programmes and leagues for an initial period of 30 days. This will include the Grassroots/ Youth programmes in all islands (i.e. Providenciales, Grand Turk, South Caicos, and North/Middle Caicos), High School Girls League, Indoor Soccer Leagues, Over 35 Master’s League and Men’s Provo Premier League.
Senior and Junior National Team Training will, however, continue until a final assessment and consultations are completed. Details as to the continuation or suspension of these National Team training sessions will be announced in very short order.
During the course of this week, the TCIFA have disseminated related information to parents, guardians and stakeholders enlisting cooperation to upkeep personal and environmental hygiene. The TCIFA will continue to take into account the professional advice of the Ministry of Health, and follow-up on the readiness of the FA to resume activities.
“There are a number of factors we have to consider, including the latest developments in our country and the overall factor of COVID-19. This decision is made out of abundance of caution, and in the best interest of the health of our players, stakeholders and community. This will give us an opportunity to further assess the situation at hand and formulate the arrangement of activity resumption as appropriate,” said TCIFA General Secretary Oliver Smith.
More information will be circulated in the coming weeks.
TCIFA PRESS RELEASE ISSUED MARCH 12, 2020
***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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