A joint enforcement operation, comprising teams from the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force Tactical Unit, Drone Support, TCI Regiment, and TCI Border Force, was conducted this morning in Kew Town.
The patrols were conducted at informal settlements north of Rudy Malcolm Yard and Walter Cox Road, Kew Town. The primary objectives were to build operational intelligence, strengthen inter-agency collaboration, and assess the geography and terrain of the area.
During the operation, twenty-two (22) shacks were searched and cleared. While no individuals were found inside, several suspected illegal migrants were observed fleeing north and west upon the officers’ arrival, escaping into nearby terrain.
Additional shacks were identified within the settlement, with several footpaths leading toward other informal areas.
This operation was completed safely and without incident. The information gathered will directly support future intelligence-led operations aimed at disrupting illegal migration and enhancing border security across the Turks and Caicos Islands.
The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force reassures the public that the safety of our communities remains our highest priority. We will continue to work closely with partner agencies to address illegal migration and its impact while maintaining a presence in vulnerable areas.