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POLICE CONFIRMED TWO MURDERS IN GRAND TURK – ONE MALE AND ONE FEMALE  

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August 4th,2024, Grand Turk Investigations Officers of the Serious Crime Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are actively investigating two suspected murders that occurred in Grand Turk today (August 04th) Around 4:59 pm, the Police Control Room received reports of gunshots being heard near the Parade Ground, Back Salina. Officers and medical personnel were dispatched and discovered the motionless body of a male with what appeared to be gunshot wounds. At 3:15 pm, officers had been notified that the body of a female was found in a house in the Palm Grove district.

A 37-year-old female has been identified as the deceased; however, her name will not be released until family members have been informed.

In a brief statement issued on Sunday August 4, Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin said, “This afternoon’s incidents can only be described as callous, senseless, and heart-wrenching. I understand the fear caused by these incidents and assure you that no stone will be left unturned in finding the perpetrators.

“As such, I am leading a team of detectives attached to the Serious Crime Unit to Grand Turk. These officers will assist in augmenting the strength of their colleagues. Tactical officers have also been deployed. Officers are working tediously and are conducting several leads to solve each case and bring the perpetrators to justice.

“I urge anyone with information on these incidents to contact us. Share whatever information you may have, including CCTV footage. Let us work together to make our communities safer.”

We are asking anyone with information that may help in these investigations to contact the closest police station, 911, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 to provide any information anonymously.

Additionally, individuals are encouraged to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app to share information.

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Guilty Plea from Dock Yard Man arrested for Firearm, Ammo

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Turks and Caicos, February 7, 2025 – A 20-year-old Dock Yard male pleaded guilty to four charges today (January 31) following a
robbery which occurred in 2024. JAMES SIMON is expected to be sentenced on April 03rd, 2025, having been convicted for the following offences:

  • One Count Possession of Firearm
  •  One Count Possession of Ammunition
  • One Count Robbery
  • One Count using a Firearm in the Commission of a Serious Offence

Based on the evidence presented before the court, Mr. Simon was arrested on May 02, 2024, along South Dock Road, where he was found with an illegal firearm.

Acting Superintendent in charge of Crime, Safeguarding and Public Protection Grantley Williams said, “Given the prevalence of firearm-related incidents, the Force has successfully removed one more illegal firearm from our streets. I applaud my officers for their vigilance and
dedication to their duty. I urge the public to assist us by reporting illegal firearms—if you have any information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Please contact the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477, or you can also anonymously share information via the Crime Stoppers P3 app. Together, we can make the Turks and Caicos Islands safer.”

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Assault Charge

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Turks and Caicos, February 05th, 2025 – A 50-year-old male will appear before the Grand Turk Magistrate’s Court on February 17, 20225, charged with one count: SEXUAL ASSAULT.

Officers of the Safeguarding and Public Protection Unit charged STEPHEN LYN following a report of sexual touching by a 13-year-old female victim.

The incident allegedly occurred on September 24, 2024.

Mr. Lyn is currently on $5000. bail.

 

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Threats to Police Officers

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Turks and Caicos, February 3, 2025 – A 27-year-old male who threatened to shoot a police officer has been found guilty.

KARONNO MUNNINGS, of Kew Town, Providenciales, was ordered by the court on January 28, 2025, to pay a fine of $2000 or serve sixty days imprisonment.  Mr. Munnings was given until April 28th to pay the fine.

Evidence presented to the court revealed that on Monday, October 28, 2024, at around 9:30 p.m., a team of officers was conducting routine patrols along Pete Close, Kew Town, Providenciales.

While interviewing two individuals, Mr. Munnings approached a police officer and started issuing threats by stating, “I will shoot one of y’all in the head any day”.

Mr. Munnings was arrested and subsequently charged.

Following the verdict, Head of Crime, Safeguarding and Public Protection acting Superintendent Grantley Williams said, “The RT&CIPF welcomes the verdict.  Any threats of violence against police officers or law-abiding persons will be met with swift action.  We encourage respectful interactions with our officers to maintain public safety, especially while they are engaged in their duties.  Threats against the lives of police officers are a serious matter.  Officers uphold the law, and such utterances during our duty are unacceptable and will not be taken lightly.”

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