St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) Criminal Investigation Bureau has apprehended 37-year-old Luis Amaro Jr., charging him with third-degree assault and related offenses. This arrest follows a complaint filed on May 3, 2026, alleging that Amaro Jr. physically assaulted a male victim, resulting in injuries.
Bail for Amaro Jr. has been set at $25,000.
The VIPD encourages anyone with information related to this case or any other criminal activity to come forward. Individuals may report information by calling 911, contacting the Office of the Police Chief, or reaching the Criminal Investigation Bureau at (340) 774-2211, extension 5577.
Those wishing to remain anonymous may submit tips through Crime Stoppers VI by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), visiting crimestoppersvi.org, or using p3Tips.com. The VIPD assures the community that all information received will be handled with the utmost confidentiality, protecting the anonymity of contributors.
