TCI News
New Confirmed COVID-19 Inpatient at TCI Hospital
#Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Friday, 10 April, 2020
Confirmed COVID-19 Inpatient at TCI Hospital: The Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital wishes to advise the general public that a patient who was recently admitted and under clinical management and isolation at Cheshire Hall Medical Centre has tested positive for COVID-19.
The male resident in his 30’s was admitted to the facility on April 3rd 2020 with severe acute respiratory infection and has no co-morbidities. He also had no recent travel history. The inpatient was transported to the emergency department via ambulance on the date of admission using established protocols.
The male met the case definition of COVID-19 and was classified as a suspected case. A sample was collected and tested. Strict infection prevention and containment procedures continue to be enforced across the medical centre and were followed as a precaution in this case.
The now confirmed COVID-19 male remains in stable condition and is receiving supportive clinical care.He has been notified and is the only confirmed COVID-19 patient currently under clinical management and isolation at the facility. TCI Hospital and the Ministry of Health continue to provide support and guidance to the relatives of the affected person given the diagnosis. Due to patient confidentiality, no further details can be released.
The positive test result will be reflected in the April 11th 2020 TCI COVID-19 National Dashboard. Pending the receipt of any other case test results over the next 24 hours, the number of suspected cases will decrease by one (1) and the number of confirmed/positive test results will increase by one (1) due to this specific case.
The Turks and Caicos Islands Government – Ministry of Health Team commenced immediate contact tracing and persons identified in the process are required to undergo screening and quarantine as deemed necessary and as a risk mitigation measure.
Persons are reminded to contact the Ministry of Health hotlines if they are experiencing a cough, fever and/or shortness of breath via 649 333 0911 or 649 232 9444 for screening and guidance.
JOINT PRESS RELEASE FROM TCI HOSPITAL AND TCI GOVERNMENT
***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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