The police have identified a key suspect in the recent murder of Nyron Erickson, which occurred last Saturday. He is Trinidadian John Emmanuel, also known as Brent Danglade or “Small Brent.” The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force held a press […]
Archive for May, 2025

Our people should invest in tourist villas — Premier
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has urged residents of the territory to take a more active role in the tourism industry by investing in the development of villas, describing it as a prime opportunity for locals to benefit from one of […]

Fraser links COI to reservoir delay at Paraquita Bay
Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has suggested that the Commission of Inquiry (COI) process may have slowed the construction of the long-promised reservoir at Paraquita Bay, which aims to support local farmers and strengthen food security in the Virgin Islands. Speaking […]

Man arrested for assaulting wife
BVI News understands that a male public officer was recently arrested and charged for allegedly assaulting his wife. It is unclear whether the reported victim and her attacker are currently estranged. However, our newsroom was informed that the husband launched […]

Premier describes Opposition Leader as “thin-skinned”
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley described Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn as “thin-skinned” during a recent sitting of the House of Assembly, where the Commercial Recreational Vessels Licensing (Amendment) Bill was under debate. On May 6, Premier Wheatley introduced the bill for […]

Armed and dangerous | ‘Small Brent’ wanted for murder
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued an urgent call for public assistance in locating John Dawn Emmanuel, also known as “Small Brent”, who is wanted in connection with a recent murder in the territory. Emmanuel is considered […]

Beaches should not be crowded with chairs – Fraser
Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has expressed concern over reports that public access to beaches in the Virgin Islands is being hindered by beach chairs lining the coast, particularly in tourist-heavy areas like Cane Garden Bay. Fraser was speaking at […]

Bar owner arrested after wounding American tourist
BVI News understands that a well-known bar owner was recently arrested and charged after stabbing a tourist who patronised his business. It’s understood that the American tourist entered the bar at Smuggler’s Cove Beach and ordered a drink. After paying for […]

Hospital to get big boost with new oxygen system
The Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital is set to receive a major boost in its operations as the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) takes steps to build an Oxygen Generator System at the institution. The BVIHSA said it awarded a contract […]

Premier pleads for public’s help after Nyron Erickson’s murder
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has made a direct appeal to the public to help police solve the murder of Nyron Erickson, which occurred just before Mother’s Day. Speaking during a live government broadcast on Virgin Islands Voice, the Premier said […]