The British Virgin Islands will see a leadership change at its police force as Governor Daniel Pruce replaces Acting Commissioner Jacqueline Vanterpool with Richard Ullger, a former law enforcement chief from Gibraltar. Vanterpool will resume her permanent position as deputy commissioner on November 18 after holding the acting role for more than 12 months, a period the governor described as problematic for organizational stability.
Ullger brings international policing credentials from his five years leading Gibraltar's force and prior acting commissioner appointments in the Falkland Islands and St. Helena. The United Kingdom will cover costs for his temporary assignment, enabling the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force to maintain three deputy commissioners rather than reducing to two during the transition.
Pruce acknowledged Vanterpool's service during challenging circumstances while emphasizing his constitutional obligation to protect territorial security. Recruitment efforts for a permanent commissioner continue.
Ullger brings international policing credentials from his five years leading Gibraltar's force and prior acting commissioner appointments in the Falkland Islands and St. Helena. The United Kingdom will cover costs for his temporary assignment, enabling the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force to maintain three deputy commissioners rather than reducing to two during the transition.
Pruce acknowledged Vanterpool's service during challenging circumstances while emphasizing his constitutional obligation to protect territorial security. Recruitment efforts for a permanent commissioner continue.
