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Woman, Grand Turk Restaurant Manager is first murder of 2022

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#TurksandCaicos, January 15, 2022 – The country’s first murder is a 60-year-old long time resident of Grand Turk, a woman who police say was found early the morning of January 3 on the floor of her home with a wound to the head. 

The police report also said by the time they arrived, at the house located on the ridge, she was dead.

No identity is yet provided of the woman to date by Police, however she is described as a manager of the Bahari restaurant and she called them to report that someone was trying to forcefully enter her home.  The police got that call at 1:07am however, they do no state what time they got to the house.

Questions were raised about the time it took for police to respond to the woman’s distress call.

No motive for the murder was given.

This homicide, though the first for the year was the third murder in the Turks and Caicos in a week.

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RTCIPF – Unidentified Male Shot

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#TurksandCaicos, March 18, 2024 – A shooting incident has resulted in a fatality, with officers of the Serious Crime Unit currently at the scene.

Preliminary reports state around 9:17 pm today (March 18th), a call was placed to the Police Control Room indicating a male was shot at a location in Five Cays, Providenciales.

Officers arrived at the scene and found the lifeless body of a male with what appeared to be gunshot wounds.The victim was wearing long blue pants and a black t-shirt.

Further details surrounding the incident, including motive and the victim’s identity, are under investigation.

The RTCIPF asks the public to notify the closest police station, contact 911, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477, and anonymously give any information on this murder.

Additionally, persons are encouraged to download the CrimeStoppers P3 app and share information.

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TCI Police make ARREST following Kew Town Drive By shooting, one woman hit

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Police on Wednesday night confirmed a shooting earlier in the day in Kew Town, Providenciales; saying they were alerted at 2:17pm about gunfire on Black Crow Road.  A resident of Kew Town, according to the statement, sought medical treatment and that woman is described as a 57-year-old ‘hit by a stray bullet.’

Following the ‘drive-by’ in Kew Town, Officers were given a description of the car shooters used to spray the area with bullets. And what followed was a coordinated response leading to the arrest of a 21 year old and a 28 year old; both men are residents of Five Cays.

Dean Holden, Police Superintendent said the arrest, which played out in plain view of bystanders on front road in Blue Hills is proof, say Police, that community safety is a priority and violence of this kind will not be tolerated.

The arrest, around 3pm, of the Five Cays men followed a shocking murder at Wymara resort around 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday March 5, where three staff members were struck in a hail of bullets; one man – a 22 year old – appeared to be a target and was murdered on the scene.

The other two people injured in the incident were said to be “innocents”, in the wrong place at the wrong time.

 

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Robberies under investigation

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#TurksandCaicos, March 12, 2024 – Detectives of the Serious Crime Unit are actively investigating three robberies in Providenciales.

Head of Crime, Safeguarding, and Public Protection Superintendent Dean Holden said, “Around 10:02 a.m. today, our Police Control Room received reports of a robbery at a business establishment along Millennium Highway.

“Officers arrived at the scene and commenced an immediate search of the area to locate three armed men who had robbed a female victim. The RTCIPF is aware of video footage circulating about the incident, and we are asking anyone with information who may have been in the vicinity to contact us.

“At 2:45 am on Friday, a male victim reported he was robbed at gunpoint near Dock Yard by five men, while a female victim reported on Sunday that she was robbed at gunpoint. I am deeply concerned about the recent armed robberies. Law-abiding individuals’ safety and security are of the utmost importance, and addressing this issue is our top priority.

“To tackle this challenge, we are intensifying our efforts on multiple fronts. Our police force will increase patrols and continue to monitor suspicious activities. Collaboration with local businesses and community members is crucial.

“We urge everyone to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior promptly. Our commitment to justice is unwavering. I appeal to the public to prioritize your safety by staying informed and taking necessary precautions. Together, we can overcome this challenge and ensure our community remains safe for all.”

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