Cruz Bay, St. John - On Thursday, May 18, 2023, at approximately 2:00 p.m., detectives were advised about a robbery that had just taken place at St. John Bracelet located in Cruz Bay, St. John.

At approximately 1:53 p.m., two unknown males entered the St. John Bracelet establishment. While inside, the owner sustained a single gunshot wound to the face by one of the unknown males. Both males later exited the business with an unknown amount of jewelry. The victim was later transported to the Schneider Regional Medical Center for treatment.

This case is presently under investigation by the Criminal Investigation Bureau. Anyone with any information regarding this crime is urged to contact 911, Criminal Investigation Bureau

Detective J. Carty at (340)693-8880 ext. 5207 or Detective S. Rhymer at (340 774-2211 ext. 5572 or Crime Stoppers V.I. at 1 (800) 222-TIPS.