Mugshot of Arnold A. Malone. Photo Credit: THE VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT
ST. THOMAS — Arnold A. Malone, aged 49, was arrested after turning himself in on Sunday for his involvement in a series of incidents that occurred on February 2.
The offenses, as reported by the VIPD's Criminal Investigation Bureau, include first-degree assault, third-degree assault, assault with a deadly weapon, and several traffic-related charges. According to VIPD Director of Communications Glen Dratte, Malone also discharged shots during the confrontation with officers.
The incidents took place at the Blyden Terminal/Veterans Drive/Contant (Michele Motel) area, with the initial offense being recorded at 2:10 p.m. on February 02. Malone was implicated in three separate car accidents, leaving the scene in each instance. He was later apprehended after a final confrontation, where he used his vehicle to strike a police unit and nearly hit an officer.
Malone turned himself in at approximately 3:30 p.m. on February 04. Following his arrest, the bail was set at $75,000.
The V.I. Police Department has expressed gratitude to the community for their assistance in this matter and encourages anyone with further information to contact emergency services by dialing 911 or Crime Stoppers V.I. at (800) 222-TIPS. Additional contacts include the Chief's Office at 340-715-5546 or the Commissioner's Office at 340-715-5506.
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