Press Releases

Police are advising the public of stolen e-bikes and scooters in recent times and providing crime prevention tips.

The RCIPS is warning the public against a concerning series of  fraudulent rental property schemes currently targeting prospective tenants.

Jeffrey Diaz Hernandez, who was reported missing on Wednesday, 24 September, has presented himself to the police and appears to be in good health.

This week, officers responded to two incidents where vehicles appear to have been deliberately set on fire. A stolen Honda CR-V was set on fire in George Town, while two jet skis were set on fire at an address in West Bay. Both incidents are under police investigation.

RCIPS launches second phase of Operation Clyro to promote good driving behaviour and encourage safer roads for all.

Over the past two weekends there have been multiple incidents where police officers were assaulted during the execution of their duties.

The RCIPS Cyber Crime Unit has become aware of a phishing SMS text message circulating in the Cayman Islands purporting to be from Cayman National Bank. The SMS claims that the your bank account has been frozen due to unusual activity, and advises to click the link in order to regain access. This text is fraudulent.

The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service continues its commitment to upskilling staff in order to enhance capabilities and ensure operational continuity, as two senior officers complete the UK College of Policing’s flagship Executive Leaders Programme (ELP).

The RCIPS has noted an increase in the number of stolen vehicle reports since the beginning of July, with 18 reports received over the course of the month, including attempted vehicle thefts.

Police are aware of fraudulent text messages being received by local numbers, which claim that urgent action is needed, and provide a link to rectify the issue. Persons receiving these messages, or any unsolicited text messages containing a link and demanding urgent action, are advised to not engage.