The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police, in Providenciales are presently investigating a matter which involves the passing of forged lottery tickets allegedly by one of their own. Tickets which had been altered to show a greater winning amount had been passed at different establishments in Providenciales. Although this investigation is in its preliminary stage, the subject of interest in this investigation is an officer of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police. The investigation is still ongoing and the Professional Integrity Unit is now also involved in the furthering of the investigation.
The Commissioner and other senior officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police are sadden to hear of these alleged actions by one of their officers; however, the integrity of the Royal Turks and Caicos Police is paramount and all allegations of misconduct will be thoroughly investigated and persons will be held accountable for their actions.