The Virgin Islands Police Department is investigating a reported machete assault that occurred Saturday night along Julian Jackson Highway near Brewers Bay beach on St. Thomas.
According to the VIPD, officers with the Criminal Investigation Bureau responded around 10 p.m. after a man reported he had been attacked while standing outside his vehicle. The victim told police a male suspect approached him and struck him in the head with a knife, resulting in a laceration.
Detectives are seeking witnesses or anyone with information that may assist in identifying the suspect. Tips can be reported by calling 911 or contacting Detective E. Rijo of the Criminal Investigation Bureau at 340-774-2211.
Information can also be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers USVI at 800-222-8477. VIPD said all tips will be kept confidential.
