Thursday, June 12, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: VIPD Commissioner Mario Brooks announced a 19% drop in major crimes but urges focus on conflict resolution amid ongoing violence. An early morning shooting on St. Thomas near the Oswald Harris Court claimed the life of 28-year-old Shyiane Degallerie, marking the territory’s 17th homicide of the year. Superior Court Judge Alphonso Andrews Jr. has extended the TRO halting parole board hearings until a decision is reached on the merits of the case. The Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association is urging the USVI government to take immediate and reciprocal action in response to an increase in fees imposed by the BVI on USVI-based vessels, Governor Bryan responds by calling the BVI charter fees fair and necessary for regional economic balance. Listen to these stories and more.