VIPD Arrests Man in Connection with Stabbing Incident on St. Thomas
THE VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT “To Protect and Serve” Office of the Commissioner
VIPD NEWS RELEASE -
October 29, 2026
VIPD Arrests Man in Connection with Stabbing Incident on St. Thomas
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands - On Monday, October 26, 2026, at approximately 4:58 p.m., detectives with the Virgin Islands Police Department’s (VIPD) Criminal Investigation Bureau arrested 27-year-old Osayande Francis and charged him in connection with a stabbing incident that left two men injured.
Francis was charged with Attempted Murder, Assault in the First Degree, Assault in the Third Degree, Brandishing, Exhibiting or Using Deadly Weapons, Simple Assault, Disturbance of the Peace, and Indecent Exposure.
The arrest follows an assault reported on October 25, 2026, where two male victims were transported to Schneider Regional Medical Center for treatment of stab wounds.
Francis was identified as a suspect in the investigation and subsequently arrested and charged. Bail was set at $75,000.00.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the 911 Emergency Call Center or the VIPD Criminal Investigation Bureau at (340) 774-2211. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous may provide information to Crime Stoppers V.I. at 1-800-222- TIPS (8477).
The VIPD reminds the public not to approach or confront anyone believed to be involved in criminal activity. Report any information or suspected criminal activity to law enforcement. The department thanks the community for its continued cooperation and assistance in helping identify those responsible for criminal activity.
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