Detectives of the Major Incident Team of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force arrested one person for questioning in connection with the September 3rd, 2023, murder of 25-year-old Azim Yonnas of Butu Mountain. This arrest follows an extensive investigation spanning just over three months.

Initial enquiries revealed that Yonnas was in the Long Bush area when he was pursued by two armed, masked individuals and was fatally shot.

While the investigation remains ongoing, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force assures the public that exhaustive efforts are being made to collect all necessary evidence and ensure a comprehensive and fair, legal process. Recognizing the importance of transparency, updates will be provided as they become available, while upholding the integrity of the investigation.