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Former St. Thomas CBP Officer Convicted of Smuggling 16 Kilograms of Cocaine into the U.S.
…of cocaine in his carry-on luggage upon arrival in Atlanta from St. Thomas.
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Accidents
Captain’s Errors Lead to Loss of $1.5 Million Cargo Ship Bonnie G Off St. Thomas, Report Finds
…Bonnie G, a Vanatu-flagged vessel that ran aground off the coast of St. Thomas in 2023, had not deployed enough anchor chain as it waited out adverse weather conditions while waiting to dock. The cargo vessel arrived in St. Croix …
Crime
Federal Jury Convicts Man for Smuggling Undocumented Migrants Near St. Thomas
…was found guilty of transporting undocumented migrants by boat near St. Thomas. He faces up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine as federal authorities continue their crackdown on human smuggling operations.
Weather Updates
Hazardous Sea Conditions Expected to Impact St. Thomas, St. John, and Northern Beaches Across the Region
…seas fueled by northerly swells are impacting northern beaches in STT, STJ, PR, and Culebra, posing life-threatening risks to swimmers and causing potential coastal erosion and property damage
Accidents
Cement Truck Accident in St. Thomas Claims Life of Driver
A cement truck accident in Smith Bay, St. Thomas, claimed the life of driver Liston Pickering, an employee of Heavy Material LLC, after the vehicle slid downhill and overturned. The incident is under investigation by the VIPD.
Development
FIFA-Backed Soccer Complex in St. Thomas Advances, Bringing Opportunities for Youth and Economy
…and dormitories, aiming to attract international competitions and boost youth soccer development
Community Center
Liberty VI to Begin Fiber Installation Project at Estate Frydenhoj on St. Thomas
Liberty VI begins a five-week fiber installation project in Estate Frydenhoj, St. Thomas, using micro-trenching to minimize road disruption; residents are advised to anticipate minor delays and adjust parking to support smooth ope…
Community Center
Man Found Injured at Former Guest House in St. Thomas Dies; Investigation Underway
The VIPD is investigating the death of a man discovered with a head injury at the abandoned Embers Guest House property in St. Thomas. Authorities urge anyone with information about the circumstances surrounding the incident to co…
Crime
156 Pounds of Cocaine Worth $1.3 Million Seized Near Puerto Rico; Vessel Departed St. Thomas
ST. THOMAS —Two men are facing federal drug trafficking charges after their vessel was intercepted by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) agents on October 6. According to court documents, the vesse…
Education
School Bus Service Suspension on St. Croix Continues; Lockhart K-8 in St. Thomas Closed Due to Water Leak
Parents in St. Croix are urged to arrange alternative transportation for students as bus services remain suspended following the assault on a bus driver. Meanwhile, WAPA continues work on a major water leak affecting Lockhart K-8 …
Crime
Arizona Woman Arrested at St. Thomas Airport After Allegedly Scamming Rental Car Company
…of false pretense and credit card fraud after attempting to leave St. Thomas without settling the bill
Crime
Police Discover Body of Unidentified Man in Estate St. Peter, St. Thomas
…led to the discovery of an unidentified Caucasian deceased male in Estate St. Peter, St. Thomas, prompting an investigation by the VIPD