PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos, CMC—The Governor of this British overseas territory, Dileeni Selvaratnam, has endorsed the appointment of a former high-ranking official in the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) to the post of deputy commissioner of police in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
He is Fitz Bailey, who retired last month from his post as deputy commissioner in the JCF, in charge of the crime portfolio.
He had served in the JCF for more than 40 years.
Bailey will arrive in Turks and Caicos on Sunday before starting his new role six weeks later.
Bailey will be expected to use his wealth of experience dismantling gangs like the Klansman gang, Kings Valley gang, and Uchence Wilson gang in Jamaica to halt the flare-up in Turks and Caicos.
In 2022, there were 34 murders in Turks and Caicos – a record high for the country.
There are now fears that 2024 could be more bloody, with 32 murders committed so far this year.
Bailey holds a Master of Science in Psychology and Criminal Investigation from the University of Liverpool, a Master of Science in National Security and Strategies from the University of the West Indies, Mona, and an Associate Degree in Accounting from the Management Institute of National Development.
He’s also been awarded the Order of Distinction in Jamaica’s Rank of Officer (OD).
Bailey, 60, will work closely with Commissioner Edvin Martin, who went on leave on October 1.
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