A St. Croix man was arrested Tuesday in connection with an incident involving unauthorized entry and an assault that was reported earlier this year, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.
Police said the case began on Jan. 7, 2026, at about 5:47 p.m., when a complainant reported to the Ancilmo Marshall Command Police Station that a male had entered her home and assaulted a male acquaintance inside.
An investigation identified Lionel Benjamin as the suspect. Police said he entered the complainant’s apartment without authorization and became involved in a physical altercation with the male inside.
On Monday, Benjamin was apprehended and arrested on charges of burglary first, simple assault and battery, and disturbing the peace, according to the VIPD. Bail was set at $75,000.
He was booked and transported to the John Bell Adult Correction Facility pending his advice of rights hearing.
