The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force its inaugural Sports Day at the National Stadium on Saturday, June 6, where three teams competed. They teams are Harvey, Gant and Hall. Harvey’s House celebrate their victory after emerging winners of the inaugural Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Meet at the National Stadium. Harvey emerged winners of the event with 331. Grant ended in second place with 319, with Hall emerging as the third-place winners with 297. There was

A man who was knocked from his bicycle along the Leeward Highway in Providenciales by a hit-and-run driver was airlifted out of the country for further treatment, NewslineTCI was informed. The incident reportedly took place on Wednesday, June 3. It is bandied that that man is a tourist. However, NewslineTCI is unable to confirm this allegation. Up to press time, the police have not issued an official report on the incident. NewslineTCI understands that the incident took p

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) has launched an investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred in Five Cays on Friday evening, June 12. According to a police media release issued on Saturday, officers were dispatched to the area behind Liz Baker in Five Cays shortly after 8:00 p.m. following reports of loud explosions believed to be gunfire. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered an unresponsive man suffering from what appeared to be gunsh

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) is set to bring officers and community members together in a celebration of unity, teamwork and athletic excellence during its upcoming National Sports Day 2026. The highly anticipated event will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the National Stadium on Venetian Road in Providenciales. Designed to promote camaraderie, sportsmanship and healthy competition, the day’s activities are expec

The opposition Peoples’ Democratic Movement (PDM) is calling for an independent review of the police promotion process. Opposition Leader and Leader of the PDM Hon. Edwin Astwood A few weeks ago, news broke that an undisclosed number of police officers who believed they were overlooked for promotion recently, and threatened to challenge the promotion process in court. According to the PDM, over the past few weeks, it has observed a growing number of social media posts, pu

Neighbourhood watch programmes, increased police visibility, traffic congestion and stronger partnerships between law enforcement and elected officials were among the major issues discussed during a recent meeting on Monday, 4th May, 2026, between Members of Parliament and Constituency Representatives, Kyle Knowles and Randy Howell and Commissioner of Police, Fitz Bailey. Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey is flanked by Minister of Minister of Health and Human Services and Mem

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force has suspended a Special Constable following a forensic audit of police financial accounts commissioned by Her Excellency the Governor, Dileeni Daniel-Selvaratnam. The lawman has been identified as Phil Branch. The suspension took effect today (7 May 2026) after the Branch was formally charged under the Police Force Act and the Police Disciplinary Code. Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey has established a dedicated investigativ

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force is warning residents to remain vigilant as scammers escalate their tactics, now targeting individuals through fake WhatsApp messages and video calls. Authorities say cybercriminals are increasingly using platforms such as WhatsApp and FaceTime to initiate video calls, a method that may allow them to capture facial features and potentially gain access to sensitive personal data. The Police Force’s Financial Crimes Unit report

Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey says gang activity across the Turks and Caicos Islands has been significantly disrupted, marking a major turning point in the country’s fight against violent crime. Commissioner Fitz Bailey In an interview with NewslineTCI, Bailey revealed that sustained operations by the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have dismantled the influence of organized gangs, particularly in Providenciales, where criminal networks once fueled a surge in

Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force has placed a 24-hour highway patrol system at the center of the force’s strategy to improve road safety and strengthen national security. File photo of car that was involved in a fatal accident along the Leeward Highway in Providenciales in March 2026, which left a woman dead. Bailey said the initiative, currently being tested as a pilot programme, will transition into a full-scale, round-the

A group of inmates from His Majesty’s Prison in Grand Turk have taken a significant step toward rehabilitation after successfully completing an anger management and substance abuse programme. The graduation ceremony, hosted by the Department of Behavioural Health Services (DBHS), was held on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the House of Bethel Church under the theme “Celebrating Progress, Empowering Change: Honouring New Beginnings.” The initiative was a collaborative effort be

Public confidence in the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) has surged significantly in recent months, according to Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey, who attributes the increase to strengthened community engagement and strategic policing reforms. BAILEY...“We will operate lawfully and decisively to protect our people and our economy.” Speaking in sit-down with NewslineTCI earlier this week, Commissioner Bailey revealed that recent perception surveys indi

The passing of Lt. Col. Nimrol Beckles Tributes continue to pour in across the Turks and Caicos Islands following the passing of Lieutenant Colonel Nimrol Devon Beckles, a respected law enforcement officer and Commandant of the Turks and Caicos Islands Cadet Corps, whose life of service has left an enduring national legacy. He championed leadership training, discipline, and civic responsibility, ensuring that cadets were not only prepared for potential careers in uniformed

Two individuals have been charged following a targeted police operation in Blue Hills, according to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force. Detectives from the Serious Crime Unit carried out the operation, which resulted in charges against a 34-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, both of the Blue Hills community. George Andre Lacroy Seymour was formally charged on April 4 with multiple offences, including sending letters threatening to murder, possession of a firea

Police have recovered an illegal firearm and ammunition following an operation in Blue Hills, Providenciales. According to a media release from the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, officers from the Serious Crime and Tactical Unit executed an Authority to Search at a residence on John Grant Street/Bay Road on Thursday, April 2. During the operation, a male occupant attempted to flee but was quickly restrained by officers. A search of the premises led to the seizur

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RT&CIPF) has announced the promotion of forty-six officers, marking the largest promotion exercise undertaken by the Force in recent times. In a media release issued on April 2, 2026, the RT&CIPF confirmed that six officers were promoted to the rank of Assistant Superintendent, fifteen to Inspector, and twenty-five to Sergeant. The Force stated that all officers successfully completed a rigorous promotion process, which include

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RT&CIPF) is mourning the loss of one of its longstanding officers, Nimrol Devon Beckles, who passed away on March 30, 2026. Officer Nimrol Devon Beckles In a statement issued by the Police Public Affairs and Communications Office, the Force expressed profound sadness at Beckles’ passing, describing him as a dedicated officer whose service left a lasting impact on both the organisation and the wider community. Beckles enlisted i

A woman who was knocked down while attempting to cross a section of the Leeward Highway in Providenciales on Saturday, died while undergoing emergency treatment at the Cheshire Hall Medical Center in Providenciales. Police on the scene of the accident The incident took place in the vicinity of Caicos Lodge just after midday. A police source confirmed that she was pronounced dead minutes after 1p.m. The woman was knocked down in the eastbound lane, and it appeared the that

A 36-year-old man is in police custody following the recovery of a firearm and ammunition during a domestic-related incident in Providenciales. According to a media release from the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, officers attached to the Grace Bay Police Post responded to a report of a disturbance between a man and a woman at a residence along Leeward Highway on March 27. Upon arrival, officers separated both individuals and made inquiries into the incident. Dur

Police are investigating a structural fire that damaged a commercial building in Grand Turk early Friday morning. According to a media release from the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, officers responded to a report of a fire at approximately 4:26 a.m. on March 27, 2026. The blaze occurred at a store identified as TINGS GALORE , located along Cane Alley, Over Back. Upon arrival, officers observed that the concrete structure had been partially damaged by fire. The