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St. Thomas-St. John District Police Chief Resigns

ST. THOMAS — St. Thomas-St. John District Police Chief Ludrick Thomas has suddenly resigned his post, effective immediately, the VI Police Department announced Monday evening.   Four months into the job, Mr. Thomas stepped down to return to his former position as a police sergeant, the V.I.P.D. said. “I did receive a letter tendered by Chief Thomas resigning front the position of chief,” said Police Commissioner Trevor Velinor in a brief interview with the Consortium Monday evening. Mr. Velinor accepted Mr. Thomas’s resignation, thanked him for his willingness to serve, and appreciated his years of service, said the police department. St. Thomas Deputy Chief of Police Steven Phillip is designated acting chief of police. Mr. Velinor said Mr. Thomas gave no reason for the resignation. “My relationship with Mr. Thomas has been professional. It’s been good,” said the commissioner. Mr. Velinor declined to comment further on department staffing changes. Former St. Croix Chief  William ...