Crime
Details of First Murder of the Year, victim remains Unnamed by TCI Police
Dana Malcolm
Staff Writer
#TurksandCaicos, January 19, 2024 – Concrete steps covered in blood were the aftermath of a January 3rd shooting in Blue Hills, Providenciales, that left one man dead in the first murder of 2023. Residents say the men were attacked at an apartment complex home by gunmen who managed to get inside; spraying bullets at the two male occupants.
One young man – who social media posts identify as Josh – died slumped in his chair, the other sprinted out of the
building screaming for help, residents say. It’s his blood, copious amounts of it, that photos show spilled across banisters and steps as he tried to get assistance for his injuries.
The shooting was carried out in the midst of an apartment complex populated with other residents who told us they stayed hidden until the shots ended.
Civilians who began to emerge from their homes as the police arrived on the scene recount the interaction between officers and the injured man. He tried to enter the vehicle but was apparently ejected by the officers who told him they could not leave the scene until backup arrived.
It was the residents who acted quickly, taking the man in a private vehicle to the hospital. While police may have been within protocol to stay on the scene, it highlights again, the lack of manpower in the Turks and Caicos. The ambulance, we are told, arrived later.
Police officers alerted the media of the incident around 8:30 that night but have not updated since.
More than two weeks later, no names or motives have been shared.
***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 15th, 2024.
SHAIWANZO MISSICK of South Back Salina, Grand Turk, has been charged with six counts of firearm-related offences.
Missick, 30, was charged on July 13 after police officers consulted with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
The offences against Missick are:
- One Count – Discharging Firearm
- One Count- Discharging Ammunition
- One Count-Possession of Firearm with intent to commit a serious offence
- Two Counts-Possession of Ammunition
- One Count –Possession of Firearm
- One Count-Possession of Controlled Drugs
- One Count- Possession of Controlled Drugs with intent to supply.
The charges against Missick came following a report made on Saturday, 29 June 2024, following a shooting incident in Breezy Brae.
Officers obtained a warrant and searched the accused’s residence based on the information received.
The RT&CIPF is asking 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 illegal activity.
Additionally, persons are encouraged to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app from the Google Play Store or Apple Apps and share information anonymously.
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