St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) is investigating
a tragic traffic incident that occurred last evening on Veterans Drive in the area of Rue de St.
Barthelemy.
Preliminary information indicates that a vehicle was traveling westbound on Veterans Drive
when the operator lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle mounted the curb and continued
traveling westward along the sidewalk, where it struck a pedestrian who was on the southern
side of the roadway. The vehicle then left the sidewalk and came to rest facing southeast in
the westbound lane.
Both the vehicle operator and the pedestrian sustained critical injuries and were later
pronounced deceased.
The VIPD extends its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones affected by this
heartbreaking incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those grieving during this
difficult time.
This investigation remains ongoing, and additional details will be released as they become
available. Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Virgin
Islands Police Department.
