Crime

Officer Injured, Possible Suspect Rams Police Vehicle

Published

2 months ago

February 8, 2025

Turks and Caicos, February 8, 2025 – At approximately 12:09 AM on Sunday (February 2), a team of officers patrolling Kew Town, Providenciales, observed a black Nissan Note travelling without headlights.

Officers activated their flashing lights, causing the vehicle to slow down. However, as they exited their vehicle, the Nissan Note suddenly accelerated, colliding with the police jeep and injuring an officer. As officers attempted to return to their vehicle, they heard loud explosions similar to gunfire coming from the Nissan Note. They returned fire.

Despite his injuries, the wounded officer, along with his colleagues, pursued the fleeing vehicle in a high-speed chase that concluded on Bay Road, Blue Hills.

Upon stopping, two male suspects exited the vehicle. One suspect, armed with a handgun, pointed it toward the officers while attempting to flee with his accomplice, prompting an officer to take evasive action and fire in the direction of the gunman.

The suspects managed to evade capture. The injured officer was transported for urgent medical treatment and remains stable.

Acting Commissioner Fitz Bailey stated, “I unequivocally condemn the brazen and cowardly attack on our police officers who were simply doing their duty. This violent act is not just an attack on the RT&CIPF in the lawful execution of their; it is an attack on the safety, security, and order of our communities. Our officers put their lives on the line daily, stepping into dangerous and unpredictable situations to uphold the law and protect our people. This is a high-risk job, yet these brave men and women continue to serve with unwavering dedication.

“Let this be a clear message: The RT&CIPF will not allow criminals to believe they can act with impunity. We will continue to stand firm against those who threaten the peace and security of our islands. I implore my officers to remain firm and decisive when confronted by these vicious elements in society whilst ensuring that their actions are always within the framework of the law.

“I also call on the public to recognize the sacrifices officers make every day. The risks they take are real, and they do so to keep our communities safe. Support your officers and cooperate with them”.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 to provide anonymous tips. Individuals can also use the Crime Stoppers P3 app to share information securely and confidentially.

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Charges Laid in Theft and DUI Cases

Published

3 days ago

March 22, 2025

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Turks and Caicos, March 22, 2025 – The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force reports the arrest of ROLIN THOBY for the offence of THEFT.

THOBY, 41, was taken into custody on Tuesday, 18 February 2025, for questioning by investigators and released pending further inquiries. He was charged on 17th March and granted police bail in the sum of USD 2,000 and is scheduled to appear before a Magistrate on Monday, 7 April 2025.

Thoby was charged following investigations into an incident at a location on Leeward Highway, Providenciales, where officers recovered several items at the scene, including a generator, an Igloo cooler, and construction tools.

Charges in DUI Case JEFF PIERRE, 30, has been charged with the offence of driving a motor vehicle with alcohol concentration above the prescribed limit.

Pierre of Five Cays was charged yesterday and granted police bail in the sum of USD 1,000 with one surety. He is scheduled to appear before a Magistrate in Providenciales on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

The arrest and subsequent charge followed an incident on March 2, 2025, when officers responded to an accident along Grace Bay Road near Alexandra Park Road.

Upon arrival, officers observed a vehicle on the sidewalk with deployed airbags. The officers took certain actions, and Pierre was arrested.

Crime

Wanted “Woody” Charged

Published

1 week ago

March 15, 2025

Deandrea Hamilton

***MEDIA RELEASE***

Turks and Caicos, March 12, 2025 – On March 4, 2025, the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RT&CIPF) issued a Wanted Bulletin for HAYWOOD MCINTOSH following a report of malicious damage to property and assault.

Five days later, (9th March), officers conducting patrols in the Grace Bay area identified and apprehended McIntosh.

McIntosh, also known as “Woody“, was searched, during which officers allegedly discovered a pistol and an extended magazine containing ammunition in his possession.

McIntosh was arrested and subsequently charged on Tuesday, 11 March 2025.

McIntosh, 38, of The Bight, faces the following offences:

Possession of a firearm
Possession of ammunition

The accused is expected to appear in court on the next available date and remains in custody.

The RT&CIPF remains committed to ensuring public safety and urges anyone with information regarding illegal firearms to report it anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 (TIPS) or contact the nearest police station.

Crime

Homicide Updates

Published

1 week ago

March 15, 2025

Deandrea Hamilton

***MEDIA RELEASE***

Turks and Caicos, 11^th March 2025 – The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force confirms that a 29-year-old male remains in custody as a person of interest in the fatal shooting of an unidentified male in Dock Yard yesterday (10 March).

The deceased, believed to be of Haitian nationality, is described as a slim-built male in his mid20s with a short afro and goatee. He was found wearing only white boxers in a bushy area behind Dock Yard. Police are seeking the public’s assistance to identify him.

Investigations have thus far revealed that shortly after 8:30 am, several calls were placed to the Police Control Room stating a body was at a location in Dock Yard.

Officers arrived at the scene and were led to a ditch, where they confirmed the report.

In a separate case, detectives recovered a black vehicle suspected to have been used in the March 7th murder of Ricardo Pierre. A 21-year-old Dock Yard male has been arrested on suspicion of Mr. Pierre’s death.

Both homicide investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the police at 911, the Serious Crime Unit at 2311842, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted via the Crime Stoppers P3 app.