Territory-Wide National Night Out Against Crime and Drugs Announced

  • Staff Consortium
  • July 26, 2024
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The Juvenile Justice State Advisory Group (SAG) Board, in collaboration with crime prevention, community, faith-based, government, and business partners, announced on Thursday territory-wide activities for the 2024 Virgin Islands National Night Out Against Crime and Drugs. This annual local and nationwide initiative fosters police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

By participating in the National Night Out, the U.S. Virgin Islands join communities throughout each of the 50 states, the U.S. territories, as well as American military bases. This participation contributes to the national cause while supporting a collective impact. This year’s theme, “Get Involved, Make a Difference,” is a call to action for all residents.

The schedule of events includes the following activities on each island:

St. Thomas

  • August 3, 2024: Gospel Explosion, Promenade by the Waterfront, 4 PM – 7 PM
  • September 21, 2024: Night Out March/Health & Safety Fair, Joseph Aubain Ball Park, Frenchtown, 5 PM – 9 PM

St. John

  • September 14, 2024: St. John Night Out March/Health & Safety Fair, National Park to Franklin Powell Bandstand, 5 PM – 8 PM

St. Croix

  • August 10, 2024: Sunset Gospel Explosion, Frederiksted Buddhoe Park, 6 PM – 8 PM
  • September 7, 2024: Night Out March/Health & Safety Fair, Canegata Ball Park, 5 PM – 9 PM

Additionally, throughout the months of October and November, school and community Night Out presentations will continue at various public and parochial schools territory-wide.

All residents of the USVI are encouraged to come out, participate, and support the series of events on each island. “Get Involved, Make a Difference,” and do your best to keep our communities safe from crime and drugs.

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