Crime
More Violent Shootings Predicted by TCI Police
Dana Malcolm
Staff Writer
#TurksandCaicos, August 5, 2023 – Police officers in the Turks and Caicos are, for the first time in years, preemptively expressing real concern that there will be a possible exchange of fire between warring factions following a killing in Grace Bay on August 2, and it does little to soothe residents.
“The brazen manner in which armed men carried out the murder in Grace Bay and the attack on the Police Officers in Dock Yard is shocking and highly concerning. I also remain concerned that further shootings will be carried out between gangs of young men involved in organised gang activity, motivated by drugs, guns, and retaliation.” Trevor Botting, TCI Police Commissioner, said in an August 3rd statement.
While the police have admittedly been more communicative, as of late, the messages are ringing more and more
Missing from them are reports of concrete arrests and evidence that the brazen criminals are being watched, rounded up, and removed from the streets.
There have been over 40 murders in the last 12 months as we approach October and the anniversary of the two double murders that heralded the beginning of the bloodiest period in TCI history.
Still, barely any of the murders have been solved; gang leaders are only unmasked after their deaths, except Brandon Rahming and gangs continue their bloody march across Providenciales killing who they want, when they want, where they want.
Following the latest incident, the appeal for information is once again repeated.
“I appeal to those law-abiding residents in Dock Yard to tell us where these individuals are living and who they are, you don’t need to leave your name, just tell us what you know, and we will deal with the fear and harm they are creating within the community,” said the Commissioner.
“The Force remains committed and resolute in keeping our communities safe.” he continued.
Of the twelve murders in the Turks and Caicos so far this year, two people have been arrested.