Topic: Royal Cayman Islands Police Service
Police arrest auxiliary constable
Police on Tuesday arrested a 50-year-old auxiliary constable on suspicion of leaving the scene of an accident.
Officers attacked in major drug bust
Separate drugs raids in Savannah and Prospect Monday netted what is believed to be hundreds of pounds of ganja and four criminal suspects, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service reported.
Man arrested in dog burning case
An 18-year-old North Side resident has been arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty in connection with the case surrounding a dog that was burned earlier this month, police reported on Monday.
Jonathan Kern named top community police officer
A Cayman Islands police constable, who helped develop a smartphone app to improve communication between neighborhood cops and residents, has been named the Caribbean’s...
Eight arrested in ganja bust
Eight men were arrested during a Royal Cayman Islands Police drug raid Friday night in West Bay district.
Investigation pending in dog burning case
The wheels of justice are turning for Dora, the dog burned in last week’s animal cruelty case. Representatives of the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service and the Department of Agriculture have contacted the Cayman Islands Humane Society in the interest of furthering their investigation.
Postmortems completed in EE Crash case
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service confirmed that postmortem examinations were completed this week on the four victims of the May 2 car crash in East End. The RCIPS is expected to conclude its investigation with an expert report, to be sent to the Cayman Islands Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, according to a statement released by police Thursday.
‘Serial’ burglars hit Bodden Town homes
More than half of the burglary reports islandwide in May occurred in Bodden Town, and the crimes have mostly been at residential properties during daytime, according to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service. Unlocked and forced doors and windows have been the most common modes of entry for burglars at residential properties.
Police examine election complaints
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service confirmed Friday that it had received a number of complaints of election-related offenses, ranging from candidate sign defacement or removal to "treating" at some recent political events.
East End residents want more police
About 100 East End district residents gave Police Commissioner Derek Byrne an earful Thursday night regarding concerns that crime is growing in the small community and their perception that police seem to be doing little about it.
No charges in fatal police shooting
Cayman Islands prosecutors reviewing a deadly January shooting by police have ruled that no charges will be filed against any of the officers involved.
Online police clearances now available
The days of making two trips to the police records office on Walkers Road to obtain police clearances are over, at least for internet users.
Newly imported car stolen from hotel car park
Royal Cayman Islands Police are asking the public’s assistance in tracking down a car that was stolen from the parking lot of the Marriott resort on West Bay Road.
Rowdy biker crashes outside political meeting
A man who was reported to be revving a motorcycle and shouting obscenities outside a George Town political meeting Tuesday night ended up crashing the motorbike into a car, injuring the driver.
Police commissioner heads to East End in wake of backlash
Royal Cayman Islands Police Commissioner Derek Byrne will meet with East End district residents Thursday night in the wake of some community backlash over a quadruple-fatal car crash in the district on May 2.
UPDATE: Charges filed over police car vandalism in wake of East End car crash
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service arrested a suspect Friday in connection with what it termed a “criminal attack” against one of its officers’ personal property following last week’s quadruple-fatal two-car smash in East End district.
Discarded gun recovered outside Northward Prison
Royal Cayman Islands Police Service officers spent several hours Saturday and Sunday searching the Northward Prison grounds for a handgun that was brought into a prison checkpoint sometime during the day Saturday.
Boat stolen from Raleigh Quay dock
Royal Cayman Islands Police said a 24-foot private boat was stolen sometime after Thursday evening from Raleigh Quay dock in West Bay.
EDITORIAL – Police under attack; Politicians’ response underwhelming
Police Commissioner Derek Byrne did not mince words as to his feelings about the “criminal damage” incident targeting the personal vehicle of an East End police officer who was the first to respond to one of the deadliest traffic accidents in Cayman’s history. In brief: The commissioner is livid.
Police: No record of ‘second’ arrest for candidate Bryan
Royal Cayman Islands Police Service officials said Wednesday that they were unable to find any record of Premier Alden McLaughlin’s former political assistant being arrested a second time between 2013 and 2016.
Police officer’s car vandalized after deadly East End crash
The Royal Cayman Islands Police officer who initially responded to the scene of Tuesday night’s quadruple-fatal car crash in East End district has been targeted in what department officials described as a “criminal damage” incident.
7-year-old arrested for ganja possession
Four underage boys were arrested at a West Bay play field Saturday morning on suspicion of ganja possession.
Police seeking two suspects in George Town bar shootings
An early morning shooting Thursday on Eastern Avenue left two people injured. Shots were fired around 3:30 a.m. near Bananas Lounge and Restaurant in the Dolphin Centre shopping area.
Third elderly tourist dies in Cayman waters this year
A 72-year-old tourist died Wednesday after he was pulled from the water in North Side district. The unidentified visitor is the fifth person to die in Cayman’s waters this year and the third tourist to die in a water-related accident.
West Bay burglars arrested, one hit with Taser
Royal Cayman Islands Police made two burglary arrests in West Bay Wednesday.
EDITORIAL – Ballistics hub puts Cayman at center of regional gun fight
The unveiling of the ballistics hub is a “good news” story for police and law-abiding members of society, and “bad news” for the “bad guys” – the small number of people in Cayman (and the region) who use firearms to commit crimes.
Police open ballistics lab
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service unveiled a new ballistics hub Thursday at the George Town Police Station that will greatly reduce the time associated with analyzing and matching bullets and guns.
Stabbing victim released from hospital
A woman who was stabbed near the George Town post office on the evening of April 12 has been released from the hospital. The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service reported Monday that the woman is in good condition.
2 Cuban migrants rescued from sea; 29 others swim to shore
Two Cuban migrants were rescued by Joint Marine Unit officers while clinging to a channel marker after their vessel ran aground near Morritt's Tortuga Club Thursday evening.
Elderly Mexican man dies after snorkeling accident
A 77-year-old man from Mexico died Thursday morning following a snorkeling accident in North Sound.
Getaway vehicle used in armored truck robbery recovered
The Honda CR-V used as the getaway vehicle in a Saturday night robbery outside Foster’s Food Fair-IGA Airport grocery store was found Monday night in eastern George Town.
Motorbike rider seriously injured, left in road
A Bodden Town man who fell from his motorcycle during a Sunday afternoon ride was apparently left there by the group of riders he was with, according to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service.
Phillips named ‘Officer of the Year’
Fifteen years after he went on his first work experience “ride along” with the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service, Police Constable Brandaughn Phillips is now the standard against which all local police officers are measured in 2017.
Security guard shot in robbery outside Foster’s
A security guard was shot twice during a Saturday night armored truck robbery outside the Foster’s Food Fair-IGA Airport grocery store in George Town.
Elderly cyclist struck in hit-and-run
A 69-year-old cyclist was injured in a hit-and-run collision early Saturday morning in George Town.
Handcuffed escapee surrenders after 8 days on the run
A handcuffed man who escaped from a police car in West Bay has turned himself in to authorities. Travis Alexander Ebanks, 22, escaped police on March 21 near the West Bay Police Station.
Record-setting Nomination Day: 63 hopefuls compete for 19 seats
A record 63 candidates will contest the Cayman Islands general election on May 24 after a frantic day of nominations across the country generated some surprises.
Ombudsman to review police complaints
Whoever is appointed as Cayman’s new ombudsman will already have dozens, possibly hundreds, of cases to review on the first day in office.
Cayman detective recalls colleague slain in terror attack
A Cayman Islands police detective who served with murdered U.K. police officer Keith Palmer in the Territorial Army spoke of her shock at the brutal death of her friend in the terrorist attack that rocked London this week.
Party-line vote approves police complaints process
Legislation creating a process for public complaints against the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service and law enforcement officers who work with that agency was approved in a party-line vote late Monday.
Second arrest over cosmetic injections
A woman who was arrested in January in connection with the unlicensed performing of cosmetic injections was arrested again Friday on suspicion of the same activities.The suspect, 51, from Colombia, is a resident in the islands, according to the police.
Police helicopter strikes tethered kite at 400 feet
The police helicopter on Friday struck the line of a tethered kite flying more than 400 feet in the air, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service reported.
New unit to tackle child abuse
A new unit has been formed to bring police, social workers and psychologists together to handle allegations of child abuse in the Cayman Islands. The headquarters of the “Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub” was officially opened Monday morning.
Investigations continue into Fire Service vehicle crash
Police and the Fire Service are carrying out separate investigations into a road traffic accident in which a fire rescue vehicle collided with a bicycle and a utility pole in West Bay on Monday morning. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday evening, the ministry is working with the two departments to ensure the incident is “thoroughly investigated.”
Fewer police now than in 2007
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service has about 10 fewer police officers now than it did a decade ago, according to figures examined by the Cayman Compass.
EDITORIAL – Policing in Cayman: Getting the word out
It’s hardly newsworthy (or even noteworthy) that this newspaper and its parent company, Pinnacle Media, enthusiastically and vocally support our local police.
Police arrest 21 over weekend
Police officers made 21 arrests in Grand Cayman last weekend, including six arrests for driving under the influence on Friday night.Police made four arrests for burglary or theft, four for threats or assault, four for drug offenses and one for gambling.
Police veteran takes over command of Sister Islands
Longtime police veteran Andre Tahal has taken over as area commander of the Sister Islands.Inspector Tahal has served on the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service for 20 years.
Fire vehicle, bicycle in West Bay crash
A cyclist was hospitalized Monday morning with serious injuries following a collision with a fire service vehicle in West Bay. “An officer with the Cayman Islands Fire Service was the driver of the fire rescue vehicle that crashed into a utility pole. A cyclist was also involved in the incident.”
Lawmaker reveals origins of MLA ‘following’ claim
Further allegations were made Thursday regarding local law firms hiring a private company to follow two Cayman Islands legislators.
UPDATE: Serious collision closes Birch Tree Hill Road
Birch Tree Hill Road has been closed due to a "serious motor vehicle collision" that occurred this morning.
Taser cops returning to duty
Two suspended Royal Cayman Islands Police officers who were found guilty of common assault committed during the course of their duties will be allowed to return to work, after a Summary Court magistrate ordered last week that no conviction be recorded against either man.
RCIPS lacks ‘analytical understanding’ of cybercrime
In boardrooms, businesses and homes across the Cayman Islands, threats from internet and email scams generally referred to as cybercrime are increasingly becoming a major concern.
Police ‘not able to substantiate’ MLAs’ claim they were followed
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service has not been able to substantiate claims that private investigators have been following opposition members of the Legislative Assembly.
Stabbing sends man to hospital
A stabbing Wednesday afternoon on Shedden Road sent a man to the hospital with a non-life-threatening injury, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service reported. An altercation arose outside of The Office Lounge bar, resulting in the assault around 1:30 p.m., police said.
UPDATED: Police identify man who drowned near Rum Point
A 44-year-old man died in a drowning accident around 2:15 p.m. Wednesday near Rum Point, police reported. Emergency responders attended the scene where three “distressed swimmers” were pulled onto the beach, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service said in a statement.
Law Society slams ‘damaging speculation’
The Cayman Islands Law Society has called for an end to “damaging speculation” from independent politicians who claimed this week they believed local law firms had hired private investigators to follow them.
No more application deadlines for local police recruitment
In an effort to hire more local police constables, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service has removed application deadlines for locals. Interested applicants can now submit completed applications online at any time.
UPDATED: Police confirm Martin Trench not in Cayman
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a wanted man they believe to be potentially armed and dangerous.
Commissioner: Police assaults highlight community relations problem
Stating that the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service “will not abide” attacks on police officers, Police Commissioner Derek Byrne said Friday that the problem of officers being assaulted while doing their jobs can be addressed by community policing and rebuilding relationships.
Police: Would-be robber shot security guard
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service said Monday that a gunman opened fire on an armored vehicle driver during a robbery attempt. The guard was struck when shots were fired around 6:30 p.m. along Eastern Avenue, where the vehicle was picking up cash from a nearby money transfer business.
NEW: Shots fired in armored car robbery attempt
At least two gunshots were fired during an attempted robbery of an armored vehicle in George Town Monday night, according to witnesses who spoke with the Cayman Compass.
Man armed with machete robs business
A man wielding a machete robbed a North Church Street business around 4 p.m. Saturday, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service reported. Police said the man entered the shop, demanded cash and threatened the store attendant with the machete.
Indecent assault suspect invades woman’s bedroom
A West Bay woman awoke early Monday to find an unknown man in her bedroom “engaging in indecent behavior,” according to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service. The incident was reported just before 3:30 a.m. Monday along West Bay Road.
EDITORIAL – Assaults on police officers must cease – now
Our police put themselves in harm’s way for the benefit of the greater community. As members of the community, we should be expected to do our part to assist – that means being cooperative, being courteous and, if the situation calls for it, being willing to share reliable information, or to testify to the truth as witnesses in court.
Suspects tasered after motorbike trace
Police arrested two men who “violently resisted” the execution of a search warrant at an East End home Monday, according to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service.
UPDATE: Shooting outside Seven Mile Beach night club
One man was shot and another man hit with a gun early Saturday morning outside Fete night club on West Bay Road in the Seven Mile Beach area.
Police execute 28 outstanding court warrants
Royal Cayman Islands Police officers executed 28 court warrants on Thursday in an effort to reduce the numbers of outstanding warrants and support an efficient court processes. The warrants were executed in every district of Grand Cayman.
Police seize nine motorbikes in month
Several non-street-legal motorcycles have been seized since late December in RCIPS operations, including in one crackdown on Sunday. The bikes were all either unregistered or unlicensed, or were being operated in a reckless or unsafe manner on public roads.
Bermuda cops finish on-site shooting review
Two Bermuda police officers finished a preliminary report last week into the shooting death of an armed suspect by Royal Cayman Islands Police on Jan. 6. Norval Barrett, 34, was shot and killed during an incident involving RCIPS armed units in the Windsor Park area of George Town.
Pedestrian injured in hit-and-run accident
A visitor to the Cayman Islands was seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident around 9 p.m. Saturday on West Bay Road near Lime Tree Avenue. The 69-year-old woman was walking on the sidewalk, when a vehicle driving north struck her and failed to stop.
Email scams target off-island job seekers
The Financial Crime Unit of the RCIPS is warning the public about two employment scams targeting off-island job seekers. The advertisements, circulated via email, claim to be recruiting staff for two hotels on Grand Cayman, the Westin and another unnamed “luxury” hotel.
