Unidentified Man Found Dead With Bullet Wounds in Frederiksted as USVI Homicide Count Reaches 40

ST. CROIX — The V.I. Police Department is investigating the discovery of an unresponsive male found in the Mahogany Road area of Frederiksted on Wednesday, with multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body. The incident was reported to the 911 Emergency Call Center at approximately 1:46 p.m., leading to an immediate response from the VIPD  and V.I. Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS). According to VIPD Director of Communications Glen Dratte, upon arrival, responders located a Black male with gunshot wounds to the head. Medical personnel on the scene determined that the individual showed no signs of life. Mr. Dratte said the victim has not yet been identified, and St. Croix Chief of Detectives, Police Commander Naomi Joseph has released a video asking the community for assistance. The Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) is appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the deceased. Anyone who is missing a loved one or has information about a missing family member is enco...