TCI News
Promotion for Caley to Director of TCI Road Safety Department
#TurksandCaicosIslands – November 16, 2020 — The Turks and Caicos Islands Civil Service is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Wilbur Caley as the new Director of the Road Safety Department within the Ministry of Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation.
Mr. Caley was born and raised on the island of Grand Turk. His career background includes 10 years of service in the TCIG Customs Department; 20 years of service as a Managing Director in the Insurance industry and service on a number of statutory boards including the Air Transport Licensing Authority (1994), Chairman of the Turks and Caicos Library Board (1995), Member of the Public Service Commission (2001) and Member of the National Health Insurance Board (2009-2012).
Mr. Caley rejoined the civil service in 2016 as the Deputy Director of the Road Safety Department, holding the responsibility for the administration of the Road Safety Department in Providenciales and following the departure of the former Director, was appointed to the post of Acting Director holding the responsibility for the enforcement of the Road Safety Ordinance throughout the entire TCI.
Commenting on his appointment Mr. Caley stated; “I am thankful for the opportunity to be a part of the TCI Civil Service and to lead the work of the Road Safety Department. My aim is to ensure that the TCI motoring public is given the service they deserve in an environment of fairness and transparency. There are a number of initiatives that we are working to bring to fruition with other departments such as the Police and Immigration for the benefit to all residents of these Islands. No effort will be spared in our quest to build safe driving conditions and streets that will make the public proud. I am grateful or the opportunity to serve and look forward to improving the services that we offer.”
Deputy Governor Anya Williams in congratulating Mr. Caley on his appointment said; “I wish to extend congratulations to Mr. Caley on his recent promotion within the Turks and Caicos Islands Civil Service and wish to commend him on his stewardship of the Road Safety Department. We wish him well on his new appointment and look forward to continued improvements within the Road Safety Department.”
***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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