St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – On Thursday, September 25, 2025, at about 8:21 p.m., officers were dispatched to a disturbance reported by a concerned citizen.
Upon arrival, Officers were informed by a citizen that they heard a female screaming for her life. The officer made an inspection and discovered where the noise was coming from.
Officers made contact with a couple who stated that a verbal altercation ensued, however it became physical. After interviewing both parties, 39-year-old Rodney Charlien was placed under arrest for assaulting his girlfriend, by squeezing her face and punching her multiple times to her stomach and forearms. He was charged with Simple Assault, DV and Disturbance of the Peace, DV.
This case is currently under investigation. Anyone who has information about this crime can notify 911, the Domestic Violence Unit at 340-715-5535, or the Office of the Police Chief.
