TCI News
Infant and another, negative for COVID-19 says TCI Health officials
#Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Tuesday, 7 April, 2020: The Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital wishes to provide the general public with an update on the laboratory results received by the Ministry of Health related to recent patients (2) who met the case definition of suspected COVID-19 upon admission to Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.
The posthumous test results for a critically ill infant who passed away on 2nd April 2020 have returned as negative for the virus. The infant was in critical condition and succumbed to her illness shortly after admission to the facility.
The inpatient case was originally mentioned in a press release issued on 3rd April 2020. The release underscored that there were other medical findings, which also could have potentially accounted for the infant’s passing, and a COVID-19 infection is statistically rare in this age group. However, tests were performed out of an abundance of caution since the case definition of COVID-19 was met. The public is reminded that not everyone who meets the case definition and is tested will have the COVID-19 virus.
The family of the deceased was formally notified of the negative result. The Ministry of Health and TCI Hospital continues to extend our deepest condolences to the family on the unfortunate loss of their loved one.
The test results for a middle-aged male who was admitted to the facility with severe acute respiratory infection and had no recent travel history has returned as negative. The patient remains under hospital care in stable condition. The inpatient case was originally mentioned in a press release issued on 2nd April 2020.
The general public is also reminded to contact the Ministry of Health hotlines if they are experiencing a cough, fever and shortness of breath via 649 333 0911 or 649 232 9444
***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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