St. Thomas, USVI - On Saturday, March 18, 2023, at approximately 4:00 p.m., detectives were notified to travel to the Cyril E. King airport for a man that was detained. Upon arrival, detectives made contact with Customs and Border Protection, who stated that Mr. Kahlil Y. Henley, Jr. was detained with two pieces of luggage. Upon investigation, one of the suitcases contained a large quantity of a green leafy substance. Mr. Henley was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigation Bureau after investigation revealed that the green leafy substance tested positive for Marijuana.

Kahlil Y. Henley, Jr.

Mr. Kahlil Y. Henley, Jr., 18-years-old, was arrested, booked, and processed. Mr. Henley is facing charges for Possession with the Intent to Distribute. Bail was set at $7,500.00 in this matter.

This case is presently under investigation by the Criminal Investigation Bureau. Any persons having information regarding this incident can contact the Criminal Investigation Bureau at (340) 774-2211, ext. 5579. Contact can also be made to 911, Crime Stoppers V.I. at 1(800) 222-TIPS, the Chief’s Office at (340) 715-5548 or the Commissioner’s Office at (340) 715-5506.

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All individuals listed as arrested or charged with a crime in this press release are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.