Press Releases

The Cayman Islands Government, in conjunction with The Honourable Alden McLaughlin, MBE, JP, MP, Premier and The Honourable Dwayne Seymour, JP, MP, Minister for Culture will be hosting National Heroes Day Celebrations in central George Town, on Monday, 25 January 2021 (Public Holiday) starting at 9:00AM.

A portion of the Esterley Tibbetts Highway, between the Yacht Club Roundabout and the Batabano Roundabout (just south of Batabano Road), in West Bay, will be closed on Saturday, 23 January, between 3:30PM and 6:15PM. This is to facilitate a film production.

Shortly before 5:45PM on Wednesday, January 20, officers responded to a single vehicle collision at the intersection of Frank Sound Road and Bodden Town Road, where a black Ford Edge had collided with a utility pole, entered the waters near the Frank Sound Boat Ramp, and overturned.

Over the course of this week, beginning Monday, 18 January, RCIPS uniform and traffic officers have been conducting traffic operations in Bodden Town, East End and North Side, in response to community concerns about speeding and unsafe driving practices in the Eastern Districts.

Just before 10PM yesterday, 19 January, police were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of a robbery that took place along Town Hall Road, in West Bay.

On January 15, 2021, the RCIPS received an allegation of misuse of ICT in relation to a suggestive video which had been posted on social media. Officers investigated the matter and spoke to the suspect, who was warned about his conduct, in accordance with the wishes of the complainant. The matter is now closed.

Police can now confirm the identity of the victim in the fatal collision which occurred early Saturday morning, 16 January. He is Shayne Anthony Ewart, age 24 of West Bay. The RCIPS expresses condolences to the family of the deceased.

Shortly after 4:20AM on Saturday, 16 January, officers responded to a report of a single-vehicle collision on South Sound Road, in the vicinity of Anne Bonny Crescent, where a black Honda Fit had collided with a tree and a utility pole.

A man was arrested on suspicion of DUI following a single-vehicle collision on Condor Road, Bodden Town on Sunday evening, 18 January, where the car involved caught fire as a result of the collision.

Today, Friday, 15 January, the RCIPS is requesting public assistance in identifying and locating a man who is currently wanted on suspicion of Assault GBH, in relation to an incident which took place at a service station on Shamrock Road in 2020.

A man, age 35 of George Town, has been arrested on suspicion of Assault ABH in relation to an assault incident outside a bar on Smith Road. He has been granted bail with conditions as investigations continue.

The RCIPS and members of the Special Constabulary carried out Operation Winter Guardian during the month of December up to and including the New Year’s holidays, which involved enhanced policing to ensure public safety during the increased activities involving the day and nighttime economies.

At about 6:00PM on Wednesday, 6 January, officers of the RCIPS and EMS staff responded to a report of a person in distress at a beach in West Bay. A juvenile male had begun experiencing difficulties while in the water and fell unconscious. He was assisted by persons nearby and is currently in hospital in stable condition.

The RCIPS would like to inform the public that Yadira Carter Gainga, who was reported missing on Friday, 1 January, has been located and is believed to be in good health.

Just after 8:30PM yesterday, Saturday 26 December, a 20-year-old-man of George Town surrendered to the Cayman Islands Detention Centre in relation to the fatal stabbing incident that took place on Thursday 24 December.

No more than 500 people may attend public gatherings, including hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, bars, special events and other related businesses and events. Organisers and proprietors are encouraged to use a counting device to ensure they remain within the confines of the regulations.

Just before 2AM this morning, Monday 28 December, an injured man walked into the George Town Police Station and reported that he was assaulted and robbed by multiple persons, when he was walking in the area of Shedden Road in George Town. He reported that his cellphone and wallet was taken, along with all its contents.

The RCIPS wants to encourage everyone to stay safe over the holiday period as our Holiday Safety Operation is in full effect. As part of our enhanced public safety campaign throughout the holidays officers will continue conducting checks.

Shortly after 12:00AM today, 19 December, officers responded to a report of an altercation involving several men at a bar on Martin Drive in George Town.. A male received injuries to his head, arm and back, and was transported by ambulance to the Cayman Islands Hospital for treatment

At about 2:10AM today, 19 December, the 9-1-1 Communications Centre dispatched officers to a report of shots fired in the vicinity of a bar on Seymour Road, George Town. Officers attended the location and recovered a number of spent shell casings in the vicinity. No persons appear to have been injured in the incident.

The RCIPS would like to inform the public of a number of road closures in George Town to facilitate the Lying In State ceremony of the late John Jefferson Snr., Cert. Hon, former member of the Legislative Assembly, on Friday, 18 December. 

Shortly after 6:00PM yesterday, 16 December, officers responded to a report of a collision involving a white Toyota HiAce and a pedestrian on West Bay Road, in the vicinity of Ernest Jackson Drive. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries and remains in hospital.

Shortly before 7:00PM on Tuesday, 15 December, officers responded to a report of a wounding at an address on North West Point Road in West Bay. Officers arrested a man, age 36 of West Bay, on suspicion of Wounding in relation to the incident. He remains in custody as investigations continue.

A man, age 25 of West Bay, and a woman, age 42 of George Town, were both arrested on suspicion of possession and consumption of ganja, and possession of cocaine with intent to supply, following a search of a vehicle in West Bay.

The RCIPS is aware of messages circulating on social media regarding the possible poisoning of dogs in certain areas of West Bay. We are also aware of an incident on 9 December, where three dogs were found to be ill by their owner and were taken for emergency veterinary care, resulting in two of the dogs having to be euthanized.

Just after 12AM today, Sunday 6 December, police were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of shots being fired in the vicinity of a bar located along Seymour's Rd, George Town. A man has since been formally charged in connection with the incident.

Shortly after 6:00PM yesterday, 9 December, the 9-1-1 Communications Centre dispatched officers to a report of a robbery at an apartment complex on West Bay Road.

The Rotary Club of Grand Cayman Sunrise is sponsoring officers from the RCIPS Family Support Unit in a diploma level training course in Domestic Abuse & Violence Awareness.

Today, 4 December, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) is delighted to announce that it has received a donation of 22 AED (Automated External Defibrillators) battery packs and 20 CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Kits from the Cayman Heart Fund.

The Experience Cayman LIVE event and the 2020 Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon will be taking place this weekend, 5-6 December. There are a number of road closures over the weekend to facilitate these events.

RCIPS’ holiday safety operations commence tomorrow, 4 December, with measures to amplify visible patrols and community support, along with increased road safety education and awareness campaigns supported by intensified road enforcement operations.

RCIPS and CICG continue with both sea and shoreline searches, in efforts to locate a male who jumped overboard from a vessel in the waters off the coast of East End. Three men have been charged with drug importation offenses in relation to the same incident.

On 9 November, officers recovered twenty-five (25) packages that were believed to have washed ashore in the Guy Banks Road area of Little Cayman.  The packages that were recovered from the location were subsequently inspected and were found to have contained white powdery substances resembling cocaine.

The RCIPS would like to inform the public of a number of road closures in George Town to facilitate the ceremony of the State Opening and LA Retitling Celebrations. 

Yesterday, Friday 27 November, at approximately 7:15PM, officers were informed that the pedestrian involved in the collision that took place on Thursday 26 November, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead by the attending doctor at the hospital. 

The RCIPS is taking this opportunity to urge the public not to drink and drive, but instead to make a plan for transportation if you decide to drink. If arrested and convicted for DUI, you will lose your license for a minimum of 12 months, in addition to paying a fine.

Just after 6PM yesterday 23 November, police and other emergency services were dispatched to the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to a report of two vehicle  collision that took place at the junction of Bobby Thompson Way and Smith Road.

The RCIPS has been made aware of incidents where minors between the ages of 11 years and 16 years have been engaging in planned and organised fights at the John Gray High School, which are subsequently being posted on social media.

A woman, age 34 of George Town, has been arrested and formally charged with several offenses in relation to a series of theft incidents in George Town.

The RCIPS Traffic & Roads Policing Unit is appealing for witnesses to the single vehicle collision which occurred on West Bay Road in the vicinity of Genevieve Bodden Drive, on Sunday morning, 1 November, which remains under investigation.

Shortly before 2:20PM yesterday, 17 November, officers responded to a report of an incident at the UCCI campus on Olympic Way. It was reported that an altercation had taken place involving multiple persons, at least two of whom had brandished bladed weapons. No one was injured during the incident.

The RCIPS is encouraging any persons who have been affected by sexual assault, harassment or any other criminal actions to contact the RCIPS Family Support Unit at 649-9185 and submit a formal report.

Just before 7:45PM yesterday Monday 16 November, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of a disturbance at a laundry mat located on Kennedy Drive in George Town.

UPDATE: The man, age 43 of Bodden Town, who was arrested in relation to a report of indecent assault at an address in Bodden Town on Wednesday, 11 November, has been formally charged with Indecent Assault on a Female.

A man, age 39 of George Town, has been formally charged with seven counts of Indecent Assault on a Female, in relation to a series of incidents taking place between 2015 and 2020 where it is reported that he indecently assaulted a juvenile female.

Shortly before 8:00PM on Saturday, 14 November, officers in Cayman Brac responded to a report of a collision on West End East Road, involving a Ford F150 and a pedal cyclist. The cyclist was transported to Faith Hospital by ambulance, and was later transported by air to the Cayman Islands Hospital, for treatment.

All persons who have applied for a Police Clearance Certificate or Police Report on or before 31 October, 2020, and have not yet received it, are asked to contact the George Town Police Station at 949-4222, between 9:00AM and 1:00PM, Monday through Friday, to arrange collection.

A man was arrested on suspicion of DUI and other traffic offenses on Tuesday, 3 November, after he was observed by officers, driving in the wrong lane, on Bodden Town Road. Police are reminding the public of the dangers of drinking and driving, and the penalties for doing so.

The RCIPS can now confirm the identity of the victim in the fatal collision which took place on Saturday, 7 November, on Powell Smith Road, West Bay. The rider of the motorcycle which was involved in the collision has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and other traffic offenses.

A man, age 35 of George Town, has been formally charged with Arson, in relation to the fire which occurred at the RCIPS Business Centre at Windjammer Plaza on Monday, 26 October.

A man, age 23 of George Town, has been formally charged with eight offenses in relation to several incidents occurring between 24 October and 4 November.

Shortly before 7:30AM yesterday, 5 November, officers responded to a report of multiple burglaries at a shopping plaza on North Sound Road, near the Butterfield Roundabout. Four businesses at the location had been broken into overnight and cash stolen from registers. 

Shortly after 9:00AM on Thursday, 5 November, officers responded to a report of a Burglary at a church on Hirst Road, Bodden Town. The church had been broken into and sound equipment stolen, sometime between the evening of Saturday, 31 October, and Thursday morning.   

The RCIPS Community Policing Unit is celebrating the completion of their fundraising car wash campaign, which began in August and concluded last month, and saw the officers donating money from car washes conducted at government primary schools in Grand Cayman, back to the schools.

Just after 10:15PM yesterday, 3 November, police were dispatched to a medical facility located off Smith Road, near Maple Road, where it was reported that two males tried to rob a man while he was leaving the location.

A 35-year-old-woman of George Town has been charged with Assault GBH with intent following an incident that took place on Sunday, 1 November, where it was reported that she stabbed a man known to her at a residence in George Town. The man sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and remains in hospital.

The RCIPS wishes to advise the public that the online application process for Police Clearance Certificates is now back online. Applications for Police Clearance Certificates can be submitted online at www.eservices.gov.ky.

Police and other emergency services have been dispatched to a structural fire on Hirst Road, near the junction of Rex Crighton Boulevard. As a result of the fire on Hirst Road, the roadway has been closed to the public while the CIFS works to extinguish the fire.

Just before 12:15AM today, Thursday 29 October 2020, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a single vehicle collision in the vicinity of Tibbetts Turn and Watering Place in Cayman Brac.

At about 8:40PM Monday, 26 October, officers responded to a report of a fire at the RCIPS Business Center located at Windjammer Plaza on Walkers Road. The Cayman Islands Fire Service attended the location and extinguished the fire. No one was injured in the incident.  

The RCIPS wishes to advise the public that the online application process for Police Clearance Certificates is now back online. Applications for Police Clearance Certificates can be submitted online at www.eservices.gov.ky.

Shortly before 3:00PM on Sunday, 25 October, officers responded to a report of a robbery on Eastern Avenue, in the vicinity of Watlers Drive. A man was approached by two other men, one of whom brandished a machete and demanded cash. The men robbed the victim of cash, then fled on foot in the direction of Watlers Drive.

Shortly after 8:30PM yesterday, 23 October, officers responded to a report of an altercation involving multiple persons at a bar on Seymour Drive. Four persons who were injured as a result of the altercation attended the Cayman Islands Hospital.

Police have received a report of a stolen white 2000 Honda Civic, registration #168 371 which was last seen at about 10:30PM on Thursday, 22 October, and discovered missing at about 6:20AM this morning, 23 October. The vehicle had been parked at an address off Shamrock Road, Bodden Town.

Shortly after 10:00AM on Tuesday, 20 October, officers responded to a report of a robbery on Eastern Avenue, in the vicinity of Shedden Road. A man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and possession of an imitation firearm in relation to the incident.

Just after 1PM yesterday, 16 October, 25-year-old Mr. Maroe Shaw of George Town was reported missing to the police.

Just before 12:15AM today, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of a single vehicle collision along Seaview Road, In East End. The collision involved a green Honda Civic and as a result of the collision a light pole, along with power lines fell into the street.

As a result of road works scheduled for this weekend, the eastbound lane of Mary Street will be closed to traffic, between North Church Street and Fort Street, from 7:00AM on Saturday, 17 October, through Sunday, 18 October, and is expected to re-open by early Monday morning, 19 October.

Just after 8:15AM today, Monday, 12 October, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a blue Toyota Fortuna and a female pedestrian in the area of Cemetery Road and West End Road in Cayman Brac.

At about 6:40PM on 10 October, officers responded to a collision on Shamrock Road in the vicinity of Poindexter Road, involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The rider of the motorcycle received serious but non-life-threatening injuries, including a serious injury to the leg, and was transported to the Cayman Islands Hospital

Missing teenager, Jeremy Scott of Bodden Town, has been located and appears to be in good health. The RCIPS thanks the public for their assistance in this matter.

UPDATE: Harbour Drive has now fully re-opened to traffic. Cleaning of the roadway is in progress and wave action in the area continues. The public is therefore advised to exercise caution, and proper driving etiquette, when travelling in the area.

Just after 6:30PM today, 4 October, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of a collision involving a pedestrian.

Just after 11:30AM on 30 September police received a report of an assault that had taken place at the Cayman Islands Further Education Centre (CIFEC). The matter is under investigation.

The RCIPS Financial Crime Investigation Unit is aware that there has been an increase in financial scams since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The FCIU is reminding the public to be cautious in order to avoid falling victim to any such scams.

The RCIPS has noticed an increase in the number of collisions over the past week, and it appears that the vast majority of these collisions occurred due to speeding and persons driving under the influence of alcohol.

Three men have been charged in relation to a burglary incident that took place at the Royal Bank of Canada, Shedden Road Branch, on 23 June, 2016

On Friday, 25 September, three men were charged with Importation of Ganja and Illegal Landing. One was also charged with Contravention of a Deportation Order. This follows an incident on Thursday, 24 September, where a vessel carrying drugs was interdicted by the RCIPS and CICG.

A portion of Crewe Road, west of the Owen Roberts International Airport runway, will be closed for a brief period of time on Saturday, 26 September. The closure will take place for about 30 minutes, sometime between 12:00PM and 1:00PM, on the portion of Crewe Road between the roundabouts at Smith Road and Printer Way.

On Friday September 18th, officers from the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) Senior Command Team, including Commissioner of Police, Derek Byrne, met with representatives from the LGBTQ+ community, including Colours Cayman and Cayman LGBTQ Foundation to discuss concerns affecting the LGBTQ+ Community.

The RCIPS has released screenshots of a man who is a suspect in a stabbing incident which occurred on Monday morning, 24 August, in order to seek the assistance of the public in identifying him.

Just after 9:25AM today, Monday 21 September, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of a motor vehicle collision between a silver Honda Accord sedan and a white Cement Mixer Truck. 

Just before 7:15PM yesterday, 18 September, police arrested wanted man Conway Clive Whittaker at the Bodden Town Police Station in relation to an incident that took place at an address on North Side Road on Tuesday 8 September.

The RCIPS have been receiving reports from members of the public regarding messages on WhatsApp, which claim that they have won One Million US Dollars, and request them to provide their personal information to an email address – info@vipwhatsapp.online. An example of the message is attached for your viewing.

The West Bay Police Station is currently experiencing technical difficulties and as a result the phone lines are currently down.

The RCIPS continue to carry out operations in an effort to reduce drug activities and antisocial behaviour in our communities.

On Monday, 14 September, eleven recruits, comprising of eight women and three men, were introduced by Superintendent Adrian Seales, Head of the Training and Development Unit, after successfully completing the RCIPS Recruitment Training Course, in a ceremony held the Harquail Theatre.

The RCIPS Criminal Records Office is advising the public that there have been some adjustments made to the processing of applications, as we continue to strive to ensure we provide efficient and timely service to our customers.

Two men have been charged with multiple counts of burglary for a series of incidents where businesses in George Town were broken into. They appear in court on Friday, 11 September.

In a recent article published by a local media publication on 9th September 2020, the published headline referring to the Commissioner of Police’s position on “hate speech” was incorrectly represented and distorted.

Shortly before 6:00AM on Sunday, 6 September, officers responded to a report of an assault at an address near the junction of West Bay Road and Eastern Avenue in George Town. A man, age 24 of George Town, has been formally charged with Wounding, Common Assault, and Damage to Property, in relation to the incident.

Shortly before 5:00PM yesterday, 31 August, officers responded to a report of a stabbing at an address on Sound Way, in George Town. A man has been charged with Wounding in relation to the incident.

A man has been arrested and charged with 4 drug-related offenses following a search of his address in North Side. Approximately 12lbs of suspected ganja, along with drug paraphernalia, cash, and two firearms and ammunition were recovered. 4 other persons were also arrested and have been granted bail as investigations continue.

Update: 14-year-old Jenecia Barnes, who was reported missing on Friday evening, 4 September, has been located and appears to be in good health. The RCIPS thanks the public for their assistance in locating her.

A man was arrested on Tuesday, 1 September, following a search of an address off Bight Road, where several containers of suspected ganja were recovered.

Just after 3:30AM today, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to a report of a stabbing incident that took place at the at a night club located at the Strand on Canal Point Road. A man, age 27 of George Town, has now been formally charged with murder in relation to the incident.

The RCIPS is increasingly concerned with the number of violent crimes involving bladed weapons that have occurred over the past month on Grand Cayman. We want to caution the public that it is illegal for any person to carry concealed weapons including knives, which is a serious criminal offense.

A man, age 28 of George Town, has been formally charged with Wounding in relation to an assault on Canal Point Road, on the morning of Saturday, 29 August, which took place shortly before the fatal stabbing which occurred the same morning.

Concerns from the community regarding drug activity and other anti-social behaviour has lead the RCIPS to organize a joint operation in the Kaibo and Rum Point area of North Side, which took place yesterday, Sunday 30 August.

Police can now confirm the identity of the victim in the fatal stabbing which occurred at the Strand on Canal Point Road, on Saturday morning, 29 August. He is Recordo Lionel Pars, age 27 of George Town. Detectives are urgently appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.

Just after 11:15AM today, 31 August, the Firearm Response Unit was travelling along West bay Road in the vicinity of Marsh Road, West Bay, when they received an emergency call to attend a report at an establishment located at Governor’s Square.

Just before 5:45AM today, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to a report of a vehicle collision involving two cars and one scooter.

Shortly after 1AM Monday morning, 24 August, officers responded to a report of an altercation at a bar on Seymour Road, George Town. A female and male received stab wounds. The male was discharged and the female remains in hospital being treated for life-threatening injuries. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident.

The Police Clearance Certificate Application on eservices.gov.ky is temporarily down for maintenance at this time. The service is expected to be back up and running within the next two days.

The driver of the black pickup truck failed to stop following the collision and made off before the arrival of the police. The matter has been under investigation, however, police have been unable to locate the vehicle or identify the driver who caused the collision. A picture of the pickup truck is attached.

Yesterday, 20 August, police had cause to execute searches at two addresses in the District of West Bay, one of the searches resulted in the recovery of drugs and other contraband which lead to  one arrest being made.

Just after 8AM today, 20 August, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to an address off Old Crewe Road in George Town , where it was reported that a 3-year-old child had been found in a swimming pool at the location and was unresponsive.

Earlier today, 20 August, officers responded to a single vehicle collision on Sea View Road, East End, in the High Rock area.

This Saturday, 15 August, the RCIPS Community Policing Unit began a series of fundraising efforts for Primary Schools across the Cayman Islands, starting with George Town Primary School.

The RCIPS Community Policing Unit delivered the first Crime Prevention Workshop for 2020 to Security Officers at National Security Services Limited last week.

Just after 12 noon today, 15 August, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of a two-vehicle collision that took place along Crewe Road, in the vicinity of Canal Lane.

As of Monday 10th August, the RCIPS has commenced the 2020 RCIPS Bi-annual Internship Programme which once again sees several interns being placed based on their academic interests in various operational and support services roles.

A 26-year-old-man from George Town was charged with Possession of an Unlicensed Firearm (sawn-off shotgun) and Possession of an Unlicensed Firearm (Ammunition) yesterday 11 August, following his arrest on Sunday 9 August in the Fountain Road area of West Bay.

It was reported that a male wearing a dark coloured hoody and a black mask entered the Gas Station’s store with a hand gun and demanded cash, after which he discharged the weapon into the ceiling of the store and made off without any cash or items being stolen.

A 28-year-old-man of North Side has been charged with Assault ABH following an incident that occurred outside a night club on 31 July at Canal Point Drive.

Just after 4:30AM this morning, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to a report of a single vehicle collision involving a white Subaru Sunbar. The incident took place along Bodden Town Road in the vicinity of Long Fellow Circle, Bodden Town.

Just before 9PM today, 8 August, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of a two vehicle collision that took place along Walkers Road, in the vicinity of Academy Way.

Police Respond to report that a man attended the location seeking assistance for a serious laceration to one of his hands.

As of Monday, 10 August, the West Bay Police Station will be returning to its usual location at 242 West Church Street, West Bay. This is following the completion of the necessary repairs conducted on the West Bay Police Station building.

Just about 10PM on Saturday 1 August, police had cause to stop a vehicle that was travelling with a trailered vessel attached. The vessel appeared to have recently been retrieved from a launching ramp on North Church Street in George Town.

The RCIPS and the Department of Agriculture Animal Control & Welfare Unit continue to promote responsible dog ownership initiatives in an effort to reduce the number of reports received. This continued collaborative effort includes initiatives to remove stray or roaming dogs from the public.

A 27-year-old-man of George Town has been charged with Assault GBH following an incident that took place on Thursday 30 July, when officers on patrol heard a person in distress at a residence on Pedro Castle Road in Bodden Town and rendered assistance to the parties involved.

Shortly before 3:30AM today, 1 August, officers responded to a report of a stabbing incident at a nightclub on Canal Point Drive, George Town.

Just after 8PM, yesterday 29 July, police were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre, to the junction of Shedden Road and Eastern Avenue, where it was reported that a robbery was taking place at the public transport bus stop involving three men.

Yesterday, 29 July, the RCIPS and Coast Guard recovered packages of suspected ganja that had been discovered by members of the public in two separate locations.

Just after 9:30PM on Saturday 25 July, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of a motor vehicle collision located on Shamrock Road near Pointdexter Road involving a black Audi A4 and a Gray Honda Civic with a trailer attached at the rear.

Just before 2AM today, Monday 27 July, police was dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to the Dolphin Plaza on Eastern Avenue, George Town, to a fight in progress where it was reported that a large group was involved in the incident.

Just after 2:15AM this morning, police were informed of a collision that took place on Spots Bay Road, Little Cayman where a pick-up truck is believed to have veered off the roadway and collided with a tree. The vehicle was occupied by two persons at the time.

In recent months the RCIPS has become aware of at least two possible scams circulating inviting Cayman residents to apply for Government grants, while requesting a cash deposit of approximately CI $100-125, along with personal ID details, to process these claims.

Shortly before 5:00AM this morning, 20 July, officers responded to a report of a stabbing at a service station on Walkers Road, near the intersection of Boilers Road. A man at the location was approached by another man who stabbed him and then left the location in a vehicle.

On Wednesday, 22 July, RCIPS officers on patrol in West bay recovered a number of packages of ganja from a beach in the vicinity of Conch Point Road. Thirty packages, containing approximately 750lbs of ganja were recovered, and have been examined.

Shortly before 12:40AM today, 22 July, officers responded to a single-vehicle collision on Bodden Town Road, in the vicinity of Anton Bodden Drive. A silver Honda Civic had been travelling westbound when it left the roadway and collided with a concrete garbage receptacle on the roadside, receiving extensive damage.

A man and woman have been charged with several offenses following a search and recovery of over 240lbs of ganja on Friday, 17 July. They appear in court today, 20 July.

Shortly after 3:30AM today, 18 July, officers responded to a report of a serious assault at a service station on Shamrock Road, near Selkirk Drive. A man was assaulted following an altercation with another man not known to him, who struck him with an unknown object.

On Thursday, 9 July, officers arrested two men, both age 26 of George Town, on suspicion of obtaining property by deception. Yesterday, 15 July, a third man, age 27 of George Town, was arrested on suspicion of the same offense. The arrests stem from a series of fraudulent credit card transactions.

A man, age 53 of George Town, has been arrested on suspicion of possession of cocaine with intent to supply and suspicion of consumption of a controlled drug, following an operation at an address on Rock Hole Road, where officers recovered cocaine and cash. He has been granted bail as investigations continue.

Acting Superintendent Brad Ebanks, who is currently in charge of Special Operations, has now been appointed to oversee the entire RCIPS Uniform Operations, following the departure of Superintendent Robert Graham.

A woman, age 41 of George Town, has been formally charged with Burglary in relation to an incident reported on Tuesday, 26 May, where a business on North Church Street was broken into and items taken. She appears in court today, 13 July.

A man, age 41 of George Town, has been formally charged with Assault GBH, along with Consumption of Ganja, and Refusal to Provide a Sample of Urine, in relation to an incident on Saturday, 27 June. He remains in custody and is appearing in court tomorrow, 14 July.

Shortly before 9:30PM yesterday, 9 July, officers responded to a report of a robbery at a business premises on Mary Street in George Town. Two men entered the store, brandished a handgun and demanded cash. The men then took a quantity of cash from the register and fled on foot. No one was injured during the incident.

Shortly after 8:00PM yesterday, 9 July, officers responded to a report of a traffic collision on Hell Road, in the vicinity of Fountain Road, involving a dirt bike and a silver Honda motorcar.

Over this past weekend, 3-6 July, the RCIPS has encountered several instances of patrons and staff at liquor licensed establishments breaching the Prevention, Control and Suppression of COVID-19 Regulations that are currently in place. 

Just before 4:25PM today 25 June, police located and arrested wanted man Simon Julio Newball in the Eastern Avenue area of George Town. He has now been formally charged with 11 offenses, and appears in court Monday morning, 29 June.

Shortly before 9:30PM last night, 26 June, officers responded to a report at an address in North Side, where a man was stabbed by another man known to him. EMS attended the location and transported the victim to the Cayman Islands Hospital for treatment. A man has been arrested and charged in relation to the incident.

Shortly after 10:00PM on Sunday, 28 June, officers responded to a report of a single-vehicle collision on Hell Road in West Bay. A grey Daihatsu had been travelling westbound along Hell Road when it left the roadway and collided with a fence in the vicinity of Miss Daisy Lane. The vehicle overturned as a result. 

Just after 9:30AM today, Friday, 26 June police and other emergency services were dispatched to Shamrock Road, in the vicinity of Agricola Drive, where it was reported that a collision had taken place involving three vehicles.

Shortly before 10:30PM yesterday, 25 June, officers responded to a report of an aggravated burglary at a business premises on Party Lane in George Town. The store was closed at the time. Two males broke in through the front entrance, broke into the cash register and then fled on foot with a quantity of cash.

As of 6 April, the Training and Development Unit began training twelve (12) recruits, who are on their journey to become Police Constables within the RCIPS. The prospective officers were sworn in on 6 April, however due to the COVID-19 situation they were provided with essential basic level training.

Officers, during the course of their burglary investigations, have recovered several items of jewellery that were believed to be stolen, while conducting search warrants. The items, including watches, bracelets, rings and chains, are currently being held in police custody pending further investigations.

The RCIPS says farewell to Superintendent Robert “Robbie” Graham after 4 years of service to the Cayman Islands. Superintendent Graham was in charge of Uniform Services throughout the islands, encompassing Service Delivery, the Community Police Department, the Traffic and Roads Policing Unit, the Police Detention Centre and all

The Cayman Islands Government reusable cloth mask distribution is almost complete. RCIPS Community Police Officers and Community Safety Officers are conducting the final distribution in various communities across Grand Cayman.

RCIPS FCIU Highlights Increases in Fraud and Cybercrime Due to COVID-19 The RCIPS Financial Crime Investigation Unit is highlighting findings by the international Financial Action Task Force (FATF) that fraud and cybercrime has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, with criminals taking advantage of the pandemic to lure their

The Department of Agriculture’s Animal Welfare Unit along with the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service would like to remind the public that all dog owners must have their animals on a lead  and under control when travelling with them in public.

The RCIPS is celebrating work anniversaries alongside 4 of our officers PC Marina Conolly, PC Hugh Bush, Chief Inspector Patrick Beersingh and PC Eugene Myles.

Following the release of the 2019 Crime and Traffic Statistics report, the RCIPS has released a Summary Interim Crime Report reviewing the impact of COVID-19 on crime in the Cayman Islands.

Since last month, the RCIPS has been assisting the Department of Environment with their monitoring of turtle nesting sites during the sea turtle nesting season, which began on 1 May across all three islands.

Two men , ages 33 of and 36 of West Bay, were arrested and have now been charged with Being Concerned in the Importation of Ganja, after they were spotted in a vessel by Coast Guard officers and attempted to throw several packages of suspected ganja overboard.

Yesterday, 10 June, RCIPS Community Police Officers and officers from the Department of Agriculture visited an area on Shedden Road in response to reports from members of the public who had encounters with bees swarming in the area. 

Shortly after 1:30PM today, officers responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Crewe Road, west of the Grand Harbour roundabout. Following the collision, eastbound traffic in the area was temporarily reduced to a single lane. The road has since been fully re-opened. 

Just before 4:30PM on Wednesday, 3 June, police and other emergency services were dispatched to an address on South Sound Road, where it was reported that a woman was found unresponsive in a pool at the location. Police have now confirmed the identity of the deceased.

On Friday, 5 June, officers executed a search warrant at an address in George Town in search of wanted man Simon Newball. During the search, officers found parcels of ganja and drug paraphernalia and three persons were arrested on suspicion of possession of ganja with intent to supply and other related offenses.

The RCIPS has received reports of a female individual allegedly scamming members of the public for donations to support infants in her care. The matter is currently under investigation by the RCIPS Family Support Unit and the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub. 

Just after 5AM on Thursday, 21 May, police officers were on patrol when they came upon a Jamaican style canoe in the Spotts Beach area of Shamrock Road. A search of the location was conducted and several packages were located and seized by police.

Grand Cayman (GIS) - As of yesterday, 21 May, nearly 24,000 reusable cloth masks had been distributed across the Cayman Islands by the Community Policing Branch of the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service.

A 43-year-old-man of George Town has been charged with Burglary, Theft, Damage to Property and Breach of Curfew following his arrest on Friday 22 May. The man was arrested in relation to a burglary incident that took place at a bar located on Mary Street, George Town on Sunday 17 May.

The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) today (Friday, 22 May) confirmed that two uniformed officers have tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. 

A 27-year-old-man of West Bay was charged with Robbery, Assault ABH and Common Assault on Monday, 18 May, after being arrested in relation to an incident that took place on Thursday 14 May on Whitman Seymour Drive in George Town.

This report from GIS details the curfew changes and another information announced at the Government Press Briefing on Friday, 15 May.

CayMAS Carnival Ltd, with the approval of the Competent Authority and the RCIPS, will be conducting a food collection drive on Saturday, 16 May, from 12:00PM to 6:00PM.

Police are investigating a report of shots fired in West Bay on the evening of 6 May, and an incident where a man was wounded with a machete in the same area the next day, 7 May. A man, age 34 of West Bay, has been arrested in relation to the assault.

Just before 8PM on Friday 8 May, police were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a report of burglary in progress at a church hall located on Bodden Town Road.

Police have recovered a number of electrical tools during a search earlier this month that are believed to be stolen properties. Pictures of these items have been provided in this press release and members of the public are invited to view these items and attempt to identify them if you have been victims of theft related crimes.

Officers from the RCIPS Traffic and Roads Policing Unit have notice a significant increase in the number of vehicles that are not only exceeding the speed limits but also driving in a reckless manner on the roadways.

Shortly before 11:30AM today, 8 May, officers responded to a report of a traffic collision at the intersection of Hirst Road and the East West Arterial involving a Jeep and a bicycle. The bicycle had been travelling along the East West Arterial and the Jeep had been travelling north along Hirst Road, when they collided.

A 27-year-old man of West Bay was formally charged by the police yesterday in relation to 2 separate incidents.

Just before 7PM on Tuesday 5 May, police responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles, which took place along Bodden Town Road in the vicinity of Cherry Tree Drive.

Shortly after 8:00AM today, 6 May, the RCIPS was alerted by Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control officers on patrol on South Side East Road in Cayman Brac, that they had come upon a parcel of suspected ganja, weighing about 2lbs, which had washed up on the shoreline.

On Monday, 4 May, four persons were arrested on suspicion of possession of ganja with intent to supply, after they were found with 23 packets of suspected ganja and a ganja cigarette.

Just after 3:30PM on Wednesday, 29 April, officers from the Community Policing Department, along with Special Constables, were on patrol in the central George Town area when officers approached a man sitting outside a residence. When officers approached the man he ran from the officers, which aroused their suspicion.

On Tuesday, 28 April, DOE officers came across a duffle bag containing packages of suspected cocaine. Police took possession of the packages, believed to have a value of $350,000 CI, which were subsequently destroyed with the assistance of the DEH.

Just before 5PM on Sunday 26 April, officers were on patrol in the area of Sound Way, George Town, when they observed a male and female apparently in breach of the hard curfew. The officers stopped and spoke with them, and whilst doing so, smelt a strong sent of ganja.

Brianna Ebanks, Age 12, of West Bay, has been located and appears to be in good health. The RCIPS thanks the press and the public for their assistance in the matter.

Wanted man, Joseph Vandell Hurlston has been located and taken into custody today, Sunday 26 April.

On Friday 21 February, 2020, RCIPS responded to an incident that took place at Coral Beach located on West Bay Road.

Just after 2AM on Thursday, 23 April, officers were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address in George Town, between a man and a woman who are known to each other.

Just before 12:15PM on Wednesday, 22 April, police and emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to a collision on Bodden Town Road in the Pease Bay area. The collision involved a dump truck which was travelling westbound towards George Town, and a sedan heading eastbound in the opposite direction. 

A man, age 21 of George Town, was arrested and has subsequently been charged with several offenses following an incident on 16 April when he was observed recklessly riding an illegal motorbike and subsequently resisted arrest and assaulted officers. He appeared in court and was remanded into custody until 30 April.

A 43-year-old-man from West Bay was charged with six(6) offense following an incident that took place in the West Bay district on Friday, 17 April.

A man was arrested this evening, 13 April, following an incident where his vehicle collided with a police vehicle. He has been formally charged with DUI, Reckless and Negligent Act, Dangerous Driving, Driving Without Insurance, and Breach of Curfew.

On Wednesday, 15 April, officers responded to a report of a single-vehicle collision on Hirst Road in the vicinity of Moonbeam Drive. The driver and passenger of the vehicle were taken to the Cayman Islands Hospital to be treated for what appear to be non-life-threatening injuries.

Just before 3:25AM on Friday, 17 April, police stopped a man traveling on a bicycle along Oakdale Close in George Town, during the hard curfew. While the officers were speaking with the man, he ran away from them and a foot chase ensued.

Just after 10:30AM today, Saturday 18 April, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to Shamrock Road in the vicinity of Pedro Castle Road. It was reported that a motor vehicle collision involving a cyclist had taken place at the location.

Today, 18 April, police conducted an operation in the area of Fairlawn Road, George Town in response to concerns about a public gathering taking place in contravention of the soft curfew order under the new Public Health Regulation. A gathering of several people engaging in cockfighting were seen at the location.

Extensions to hard and soft curfews were announced at the COVID-19 press conference on Thursday, 16 April 2020.

Just before 8AM on Friday 10 April, officers were on patrol when they stopped a silver Honda Accord at the junction of West Church Street and Town Hall Road in West Bay. The vehicle was not bearing any license plates at the time. Officers spoke with the driver of the vehicle who was not able to provide valid identification.

All beaches, including the coastline, will remain closed from 12.01AM tomorrow to 5:00AM Tuesday, 14 April. There is to be no swimming, snorkeling, fishing, exercising or any activity on the beach or along the coastline during these times. (GIS)

Two men have been arrested and formally charged with Breach of Curfew, Dangerous Driving, and other traffic offenses, following an incident on Saturday, 4 April, where they were riding dangerously on motorbikes in breach of curfew.

The RCIPS is advising the public that, beginning on Monday, 6 April, the RCIPS Business Centre, located in Windjammer Plaza, will be closed to the public until further notice. The following changes to the application process for all service applications will also be implemented as of Monday, 6 April.

The man arrested in relation to an incident on Tuesday, 31 March, where he unlawfully entered a residence and was confronted by the occupant, has now been charged with Criminal Trespass, Common Assault, and Breach of Curfew.

The RCIPS is informing the public, particularly IT managers and business users, of a notice being circulated by INTERPOL regarding a new cybercrime scheme targeting businesses in the Executive Management, Information Technology, and Human Resources fields, using malicious USB devices.

Jared Johnson, age 15 of Bodden Town, who was reported missing on Monday, 30 March, has been located and appears to be in good health. The RCIPS thanks the public for their assistance in locating him.

Just after 10:30AM today, 27 March, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to Rex Crighton Boulevard, where it was reported that a single vehicle collision occurred involving one male occupant.

The Cayman Islands Government has produced a guide to the Soft Curfew restrictions currently in place.

A 24-year-old-man from Cayman Brac was charged with Rape and three other related sexual assault offenses as well as Breach of Curfew. Police and other emergency services were dispatched to a location in Cayman Brac, just after 9:15PM, on Friday, 27 March where it was reported that a woman had been raped.

Just after 2:45AM Friday, 27 March, officers on patrol in the West Bay district stopped to make checks at a restaurant located on North West Point Road. It was reported that wanted man Manuel Ramirez-Carter was at the location and had threatened a man with a machete.

A 31-year-old-man of George Town was charged with Burglary following his arrest on Friday 27 March in relation to an incident that took place at a school located on Crewe Road, George Town on Thursday 26 March.

Just after 4:30PM today 27 March, police and other emergency services were dispatched to Northward Road, Bodden Town, where it was reported that a two vehicle collision took place and several persons were injured.

CAYMAN ISLANDS (GIS) – The Cayman Islands Government will implement a curfew for all three Islands from 7pm tonight (Wednesday, 25 March 2020) until 5am, Saturday, 28 March.

Just after 12:10AM today, 23 March, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to Hurley Merren Blvd, located between the Red Bay and Chrissy Tomlinson roundabouts; where it was reported that a motorcycle was involved in a collision and the rider was found unresponsive.

Just after 8PM yesterday, 24 March, police were on patrol in the George Town District when a man was observed walking along Saturn Close, George Town, in breach of the imposed COVID Curfew. He was spoken to by the patrolling officer and was observed to be carrying a knife and was behaving aggressively towards the officer.

Just after 1AM today, 25 March, police responded to a report that a banking machine located at the East End Post Office had been vandalized. Officers attended the location and carried out investigations at the scene. The extent of the damage was recorded by the officers.

At about 12:20AM on Saturday, 21 March, the 9-1-1 Communications Centre dispatched officers to a report of a serious assault on Bonaventure Road, in West Bay where a man had been wounded with a machete. A man was arrested and charged with Wounding with Intent and Unlawful Wounding following the incident.

Police are seeking public assistance in locating Manuel Carter-Ramirez, who is wanted in relation to a series of burglaries in West Bay. He is known to be violent and should not be approached. Contact 9-1-1 if he is seen.

Shortly after 9:00PM yesterday, 7 February, officers responded to a report of a robbery at Tortuga Liquor in Governor’s Square, Lime Tree Bay Avenue. Two men entered the store and demanded cash at knife point, before fleeing the scene on foot. A woman has been arrested and bailed in relation to the incident.

On Sunday 15 March, police and emergency services responded to a report that a man had been stabbed and was unresponsive. He was later pronounced dead. A woman was arrested in relation to the incident and has been charged with Murder. She appears in court Monday, 23 March.

A man, age 27 of West Bay, was arrested on Friday, 20 March, and has now been formally charged with Burglary and Refusing to Provide A Specimen of Urine, in relation to burglary on Batabano Road in West Bay.

A man was arrested for overstaying, following a search at an address in West Bay.

A public advisory regarding the curfew announced today, 23 March.

At about 12:50AM today, 21 March, the 9-1-1 Communications Centre dispatched officers to a report of an assault on Seymour Road in George Town where a man was assaulted by several other men.

From the Cayman Islands Government: We are aware of reports that some people are trying to take advantage of people's vulnerability during this uncertain time. If anyone unsolicited approaches your home behaving suspiciously, you should immediately call 911.

On Thursday, 12 March, joint pro-active patrols by the RCIPS Air Operations Unit and the Joint Marine Unit resulted in the interdiction of a vessel with 3 occupants, and 673lbs of ganja. The three occupants, all Jamaican Nationals, were arrested and charged with Importation of Ganja, and appeared in court on 16 March.

On Tuesday, 25 February, police carried out a co-ordinated “Day of Action” operation across Grand Cayman. The purpose of this operation was to maintain public confidence, increase visibility of officers, target illegal activities and areas frequented by anti-social behaviour, and prosecute law breakers.

Just after 12:15AM this morning, Saturday 14 March, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Center to an incident at the Strand Plaza, located on West Bay Road.

A team from the RCIPS Air Operations Unit carried out a mission on Saturday, 14 March 2020 to deliver emergency medical supplies for The MS Braemar cruise ship, which is currently off the Bahamas and unable to dock at present due an outbreak of COVID-19 onboard.

Just before 11PM, last night, Sunday, 15 March, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to a report of a motor vehicle collision on Shamrock Road, in the vicinity of Arrow Drive, Bodden Town.

Just after 6AM this morning, 14 March, a man walked into the Bodden Town police Station  and reported that he was robbed of his money and then stabbed by the suspect while standing outside his residence located on Bodden Town Road. 

Shortly before 2:30PM today officers responded to a traffic collision involving a dump truck on the Linford Pierson Highway, in the vicinity of the roundabout closest to the Crewe Road junction.

The Esterley Tibbetts Highway remains open this morning, 10 March, with a speed limit of 30mph between the AL Thompsons roundabout and Camana Bay.

As of Monday, 9 March, the West Bay Police Station is operating temporarily out of the Regatta Office Park near Governor’s Square. The station is located on the second floor of the Windward 3 Building (Unit 210A), off the Esterley Tibbetts Highway and just southwest of the Cost-U-Less roundabout.

The closure of the Esterley Tibbetts Highway, between the AL Thompsons roundabout and Camana Bay, will remain in effect this morning, 9 March. The closure will be reassessed at 12:00PM, and an update will follow.

Shortly after 2:00AM today, 7 March, officers responded to a fatal collision involving a motorcycle and a Mercedes SUV on Shedden Road, in the vicinity of Vibert Bodden Drive. The rider of the motorcyle was transported to the Cayman Islands Hospital and later pronounced dead.

Shortly after 10:20AM on 4 March, officers responded to a report of a two vehicle collision on Shedden Road, in the vicinity of Printer Way, involving a Public Bus and a Hyundai i10. All 12 passengers of the bus, and the drivers of both vehicles, were transported to the CI Hospital for treatment for minor injuries and released.

Just after 4AM on Tuesday, 25 February, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communication Centre to Sea View Road in East End, where it was reported that a white Ford Ranger pickup truck and an injured man had been observed in the bushes in the High Rock area.

On Sunday, 8 March, Courts Road in George Town will be briefly closed to facilitate a Uniform Group foot parade hosted by the Royal Commonwealth Society, which will proceed from the parking lot of the former Cox Lumber building to St. George’s Anglican Church. The Road will be closed between 4:00PM and 4:15PM.

As a result of traffic congestion and other safety concerns raised by members of the public, police will be closing Anton Bodden Dr between 5:30AM and 7:30AM.

A portion of Crewe Road, west of the Owen Roberts International Airport runway, will be closed overnight for the next five nights, from 2 to 6 March, between 10:00PM and 4:00AM. During these times, Crewe Road will be closed between the roundabouts at Smith Road and Printer Way.

Early on the morning of Wednesday, 26 February, officers responded to a report of an assault at an address on Sea View Road, East End, where a man used a knife to wound another man. A man, age 23 of East End, was arrested and has now been formally charged with Wounding and appears in court today, 2 March. 

On Saturday, 29 February, officers responded to a report of a burglary at an address on West Bay Road north of Marsh Road. Later that day, a man turned himself in as the suspect in the burglary. He has been formally charged with Burglary and Consumption of Cocaine and appears in court today, 2 March. 

Two persons were arrested on suspicion of criminal trespass and other offenses on Sunday, 1 March, after being observed by officers behaving suspiciously on a property in East End.

The driver of the vehicle, a 22-year-old-man of George Town, was arrested on suspicion of possession of cocaine with intent to supply as well as in relation to a robbery that took place at Shedden Road, George Town on 21 February.

Just after 8:30PM last night, 21 February, police and other emergency services were dispatched to Shedden Road by the 9-1-1 Communication Center, where it was reported that shots were fired at a location resulting in one man being injured.

The RCIPS is advising the public to anticipate traffic delays while travelling in the Lower Valley area tomorrow, 26 February, during the annual Agriculture Show which begins at 7:30AM. Motorists are advised to budget extra time for travel in the area, especially during the morning hours.

Just after 12:30AM today, Saturday 22 February police received a report of an incident that took place at a liquor license establishment on West Bay Road.  It was reported that a public figure in the Cayman Islands had assaulted a female at the location and she had received minor injuries. 

Just after 8PM on Saturday 22 February, police and other emergency services were dispatched to Market Street, where it was reported that a juvenile male received a stab wound to the leg following an altercation.

Police responded to a report of a robbery shortly before 2:30AM on Saturday morning, 8 February. A man was robbed by two males who then fled the scene in a vehicle. The man was uninjured. A 17-year-old male has now been arrested in relation to the incident.

Shortly before 4:00PM on Monday, 17 February, officers responded to a report of a single-vehicle collision on Bodden Town Road. The driver of the vehicle was transported to the Cayman Islands hospital, and subsequently transferred to Health City Cayman Islands.

Just after 8:30AM yesterday, 20 February, police had cause to stop a blue Honda Civic that was travelling along Eastern Avenue in George Town. Using emergency lights and sirens, the officers attempted to stop the vehicle, however the driver of the vehicle failed to stop for the police.

The RCIPS is aware of a hoax message being circulated via WhatsApp which claims that persons are posing as officials from the “Department of Home Affairs” in order to gain access to homes and commit robberies. The RCIPS has received no reports of any such incidents. The same message was circulated via WhatsApp in October 2019.

On Friday, 14 February, RCIPS officers, with the assistance of officers from the Department of Agriculture, conducted searches at three locations in the district of West Bay, under the Misuse of Drugs Law. As a result, three persons were arrested on suspicion of drug offenses, and a quantity of cash seized.

On Thursday, 20 February, from 9:00AM to 12:00PM, officers from the Traffic & Roads Policing Unit will be conducting investigative work at the intersection of Shamrock Road and Mimosa Lane, in relation to the fatal collision which took place on 25 November, 2019. During this time, traffic flow will be restricted to one lane.

A man was arrested and charged with Possession of an Unlicensed Firearm, following an operation on 13 February, where a firearm and ammunition were recovered. He appeared in court on Monday, 17 February and was remanded.

A man, age 35 of West Bay, has been charged with two counts of Stalking in relation to a series of incidents. He appeared in court yesterday, 12 February, and was granted court bail with conditions in advance of his next appearance. 

The RCIPS is informing the public of a fraudulent email being sent to members of the public purporting to be from the RCIPS Financial Crime Unit. The link in the email is a phishing attempt and members of the public are warned NOT to click on any such links but forward such emails to the Financial Crime Investigation Unit.

Inspector Soto will be attending the East End community clinic today, 13 February, from 6:00PM to 8:00PM and the North Side clinic from 8:00PM to 9:00PM

Race Caribbean will be hosting their annual Valentine’s Mile road race on Sunday, 16 February from 4:00PM to 4:30PM.

In December 2019, the police had cause to carry out searches at several locations. During one of the searches, several items of jewelry (pictured below) were seized and are believed to have been stolen.

A woman died on Tuesday, 11 February, after experiencing difficulties while diving.

On Friday, 7 February, just before 11:20PM, police and other emergency services were dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre to a report of a motor vehicle collision, involving two (2) vehicles, along South Side West Road in Cayman Brac.

Shortly before 12:30PM on Sunday, 9 February, officers received a report of a fatal collision involving two jet skis in the water off Seven Mile Beach, in the vicinity of Piper Way.

Shortly before 10:00PM on Sunday, 9 February, officers responded to a report of a three-vehicle collision on Shamrock Road in the vicinity of the Savannah Rubis service station. Occupants of all three vehicles sustained injuries and were treated at hospital. One man was arrested for leaving the scene of an accident.

This week, police constables in the Sister Islands have been participating in a four day training course designed to reinforce their skills in various areas of policing. The course covered topics such as crime investigation, first response, admissibility of evidence, identification, and statement taking and questioning skills.

Police are on the lookout for the driver of a small white vehicle following a hit-and-run with a pedestrian on the night of Wednesday, 5 February.

Cayman Academy is hosting their Stride Against Cancer walk on Friday, 7 February, beginning at 8:30AM. Participants will travel from Cayman Academy on Walkers Road, to the Cayman Islands Cancer Society on Maple Road, and back. The event is expected to be completed by 10:30AM. Motorists are advised to exercise caution.

The St. George’s Anglican Church Mothers Union is hosting its annual Valentine Fun Run on Saturday, 8 February from 6:00AM to 8:30AM. The event begins and ends at Smith Barcadere and participants will run along South Sound Road.

The Kiwanis Club of Grand Cayman is hosting their annual KiwaniBike Cycle Event on Sunday, 9 February starting at 7:00AM at the Blow Holes in East End. Participants will then travel to Smith Barcadere and the event is expected to be completed by 8:30AM.

Just after 4PM yesterday, 3 February, police responded to a report at the Spott’s Beach, along Shamrock Road, where it was reported that a gold KIA Sportage, registration number 181-756 was stolen from the parking lot between 2PM and 4PM.

Race Caribbean is hosting a 5K Walk/Run for Charity on Friday, 7 February, at 8:00AM, starting at the Westin Hotel on West Bay Road. The event is expected to be completed by 9:00AM.

A man, age 44 of Bodden Town, has been arrested and charged with Burglary in relation to an incident on 23 December, 2019, where a business on North Church Street, George Town, was broken into and several items stolen. He appears in court today, 3 February. 

Shortly after 1:30AM on Sunday, 2 February, officers responded to a report of a stabbing at an address on Abbotsford Drive in Bodden Town, where a man was stabbed during an altercation. The matter is currently under investigation.

A man has been arrested following an incident on Sunday, 2 February, at an address on Schooner Lane in west Bay. An altercation had occurred between two males, during which one of the men wounded the other before fleeing the location.

The Cayman Islands Hash House Harriers are hosting their annual Cross Island Relay on Sunday, 2 February from 6:00AM to 11:00AM. South Church Street will be closed between Thompson Drive and Antoinette Avenue during these times to facilitate the end point of the race. 

Just after 6PM today police in Little Cayman were informed of a sinkhole that formed in the roadway along Guy Banks Road. The sinkhole will interrupt the regular flow of traffice and the area has been marked to inform road users of its location.

The Christian Association for Civics Education is hosting a “Stand for Family” rally in front of the Legislative Assembly building on Sunday, 2 February. In order to facilitate this event, Fort Street will be closed between Harbour Drive and Edward Street, from 5:00PM to 9:00PM. Albert Panton Street will also be closed during th