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St. Thomas Man Arrested for Vehicle Tampering and Property Damage

A 19-year-old man was arrested Wednesday night on St. Thomas for a series of vehicle-related crimes spanning from late 2024 through May of this year, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.

Bruce Wheatley was taken into custody around 8 p.m. and charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle, vehicle tampering, and damage to property. His bail was set at $25,000, the police report stated.

The VIPD is encouraging anyone with information related to the case to call 911, the Investigation Bureau at 340-774-2211 extensions 5553 through 5556, Crime Stoppers V.I. at 800-222-TIPS, the Chief’s Office at 340-715-5546, or the Commissionerโ€™s Office at 340-715-5506.

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