Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force conducted a search operation in the Brandywine Bay area on October 28, 2023, leading to the subsequent arrest and charging of one male individual.

Aleem Fahie, 28 of Brandywine Bay, has been charged with Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Drug With Intent to Supply and Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Drug. 

During his appearance in the Magistrate’s Court yesterday, 31 October, he was granted bail in the amount of $100,000 with one signed surety when he appeared before Magistrate Kadeem Palmer who presided over the proceedings.

Fahie has maintained his innocence during the legal proceedings. As a part of his bail conditions, he is required to report to the Road Town Police Station three times a week and to  surrender all of his travel documents and is prohibited from attempting to secure new ones during the duration of his bail. 

Furthermore, Fahie is strictly prohibited from interfering with any of the prosecution’s witnesses in the matter.

Commissioner of Police, Mark Collins, emphasized the significance of such operations in maintaining law and order within the community. He stated, “Individuals who engage in drug distribution pose a significant threat to our community, and the RVIPF is unwavering in its determination to prosecute these offenders.” The arrest of Aleem Fahie is part of a broader effort to combat the illegal drug trade in the region.

The RVIPF actively seeks cooperation from the community to aid in their ongoing investigations. Commissioner Collins highlighted the vital role that residents can play in supporting law enforcement by sharing information about criminal activities. Individuals with pertinent information can do so confidentially by contacting the Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-8477 (TIPS) or overseas at 1-284-800-8477. Additionally, they can reach out to the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339.