Police Condemn “Senseless Killing” of Haitian National in Blue Hills

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) has strongly condemned the "senseless killing" of 43-year-old Haitian national Fritznel Beliard, who was gunned down early Sunday morning, April 27.

According to police reports, officers from the Tactical Unit were on patrol at approximately 12:30 a.m. when they responded to reports of gunfire at Ralph Close Evangelic Yard in the Blue Hills community. Upon arrival, they discovered the unresponsive body of a male victim behind a wooden apartment structure.

Beliard, originally from Limbe, Haiti, was found suffering from apparent gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Preliminary investigations suggest that a group of individuals had gathered in the yard, playing music and socializing, when two armed men approached them. The group dispersed in panic, fleeing in different directions as gunshots rang out. Shortly afterward, Beliard was found fatally wounded.

The RTCIPF has yet to establish a clear motive for the shooting and has stated that all angles are being explored as the investigation continues.

"This was a senseless act that resulted in the tragic loss of life," the police said in a statement. "We extend our deepest condolences to Mr. Beliard’s family and friends during this difficult time."

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Individuals can contact the nearest police station, dial 911, reach out to the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or anonymously report tips via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477. Information can also be shared through the Crime Stoppers P3 app.

Police are emphasizing the importance of community cooperation to ensure that those responsible for this heinous crime are brought to justice.