The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is mourning the lack of Police Detective Paul France, who was discovered useless in a submerged car on Saturday.
France, a UK nationwide, introduced practically 4 a long time of invaluable service to the police forces each within the UK and BVI.
The disheartening information started to unfold when officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Power (RVIPF) responded to experiences of a submerged car close to the Queen Elizabeth II Park within the Waterfront space.
Arriving officers and the responding public, displaying a commendable sense of unity and solidarity, engaged instantly within the rescue efforts, solely to discover a car fully submerged in water.
Reviews are that after makes an attempt and collective efforts, the rescuers recognized an unresponsive male throughout the confines of the car.
The person was later confirmed to be the only real occupant of the car and was declared useless on the scene.
Outpour of condolences and help
Police Commissioner Mark Collins prolonged heartfelt condolences to France’s bereaved household whereas acknowledging the numerous help from the general public throughout this traumatic incidence. Collins highlighted France’s esteemed standing throughout the RVIPF and expressed deep unhappiness over the lack of a valued colleague and good friend to many throughout the power.
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley additionally conveyed condolences on behalf of the BVI authorities and its residents to Detective France’s household and family members.
Assurances got to France’s household and colleagues within the RVIPF and the UK, promising full help in uncovering the circumstances surrounding the tragic occasion.
Governor John Rankin CMG additionally expressed his grief over the unlucky passing of Detective France, extending condolences to the household and the RVIPF members mourning the lack of their esteemed colleague.
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