United States Virgin Islands Police Department

The United States Virgin Islands Police Department is the law enforcement agency for the United States Virgin Islands, which has jurisdiction anywhere in the territory. It was created to protect the lives and property of residents. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is responsible for policing the British side.

United States Virgin Islands Police Department
Great Seal
Agency overview
Formed1936
JurisdictionUnited States Virgin Islands
HeadquartersAlexander Farrelly Criminal Justice Center
Agency executives
  • Ray A. Martinez, Commissioner
  • Celvin Walwyn, Deputy Commissioner
Websitehttp://www.vipd.gov.vi

History

The US Virgin Islands Police Department was created on June 22, 1936.

Fleet
Ford Police Interceptor Utility in USVIPD service

The USVIPD operates Ford Escapes, Chevrolet Impalas, Ford Taurus, GMC Envoys, and Ford Explorers.

Officers are issued Glock sidearms.

References
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