Threats against Police Officers

It has come to the attention of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force that a serious and  disturbing threat was made by an unknown source using social media, indicating that police  officers who carry out their lawful duties may be returned “in body bags.”

Let me explicitly state without ambiguity that this threat is not only criminal, but also a direct assault on the rule of law, the safety of our communities, and the integrity of this Police Force.  Such cowardly intimidation will not deter our officers from executing their sworn duties with professionalism and resolve.

We will not tolerate any acts of violence or threats against our personnel. Any individual or group attempting to harm a member of this Force will be pursued and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

We call on the public to stand with us and report any information that may assist in neutralizing this threat.

Police officers are the guardians of public peace, and an attack on one is an attack on all.

To our officers: your courage, discipline, and commitment are the bedrock of public safety in the  Turks and Caicos Islands.

We will not be intimidated. We will not step back. We will stand united and lawful in our response.

Members of the public are encouraged to report any information regarding illegal activity by contacting: 911, the nearest police station, the Serious Crime Unit at 232-8752 or Crime Stoppers. at 1-800-8477. Additionally, you can download the Crime Stoppers P3 app and  provide information anonymously.