VIPD INVESTIGATING FATAL SHOOTING ON HULL BAY ROAD
THE VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT “To Protect and Serve” Office of the Commissioner
VIPD NEWS RELEASE -
October 31, 2026
VIPD INVESTIGATING FATAL SHOOTING ON HULL BAY ROAD
Sr. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands — The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning on Hull Bay Road, resulting in the death of a 39-year-old man.
At approximately 4:42 a.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026, a concerned citizen contacted 911 and reported hearing multiple gunshots in the area of Hull Bay Road.
Shortly thereafter, a female caller reported that she and her friends were traveling along Hull Bay Road when they were chased and shot at by an individual in another vehicle. The caller further reported that one of her friends had sustained a gunshot wound and required immediate medical assistance.
Police officers and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) responded to the scene. Upon arrival, EMTs determined that the male victim, who had sustained gunshot wounds, had no vital signs.
The victim was subsequently identified as 39-year-old Evan Haynes Jr., a resident of Ohio.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation. The VIPD is urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information that could assist investigators to come forward.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Criminal Investigation Bureau at 340-774-2211, extensions 5554 or 5556, or 340-714-9828. Information may also be reported through 911, Crime Stoppers V.I. at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), Chief’s Office at 340-715-5548, or Commissioner’s Office at 340-715-5506.
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