Police Commissioner Barry Webb

Police Commissioner will not resume duties

His Excellency Governor Thomas Macan has announced that Mr. Barry Webb will not resume duties as Commissioner of Police of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force.

According to Governor Macan, the decision was taken in the best interest of the Territory, following consultation with Chief Minister Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith.

The Governor stated that, although the Commissioner continues to make good recovery from the injuries inflicted on him last October, his resumption of office is not now foreseen. Until such time as a substantive appointment is made, Mr. Reynell Fraser will continue to act in the office of Commissioner. “This is an announcement that I make with very real regret,” commented Governor Macan. “During his time as Commissioner, Mr. Webb brought about significant improvements in the standing and capabilities of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force.”

The Governor said Mr. Webb has been subject to some quite unjustified personal criticism, delivered under circumstances which left him unable to respond. “I hope that all in the BVI will join me in wishing the Commissioner and his wife full health and enjoyment in their future life,” he said.