Crime

Velinor Confirms Arrest of VIPD Officers, Denounces 'Any Engagement in Criminal Activity'

Police Commissioner Trevor Velinor confirmed during a press conference that two V.I.P.D. officers were arrested in Florida last night for their involvement in a drug bust said to include over 300 kilos of cocaine. Speaking Wednesday, the commissioner expressed disappointed that officers had engaged in the illegal activity, but added he was glad they were caught. "I denounce any engagement in criminal activity, specifically by law enforcement officers," Mr. Velinor said. "I understand that there are other Virgin Islanders being investigated in this matter, and we'll continue to provide that support for our federal partners as they investigate this investigation." As reported by the Consortium, Mr. Velinor said St. Thomas Police Officers Shakim Mike and Tishaun Adams were arrested  pursuant to an investigation involving the transshipment of narcotics. "They are both employed with the Virgin Islands Police Department," he said, adding that the arrests bring "a level of stress for us bec...