ST. THOMAS MAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING STABBING THAT LEFT TWO MEN INJURED

Oct.29, 2026

ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — A 27-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a stabbing incident that left two men injured on St. Thomas.

The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) announced that detectives from its Criminal Investigation Bureau arrested Osayande Francis on Monday, October 26, 2026, at approximately 4:58 p.m.

The arrest stems from an assault reported on October 25, during which two male victims sustained stab wounds and were transported to Schneider Regional Medical Center for treatment.

Francis faces multiple charges, including Attempted Murder, Assault in the First Degree, Assault in the Third Degree, Brandishing, Exhibiting or Using Deadly Weapons, Simple Assault, Disturbance of the Peace, and Indecent Exposure.

Bail was set at $75,000.

Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact 911 or the VIPD Criminal Investigation Bureau at (340) 774-2211. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers V.I. at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

The VIPD reminds residents not to confront individuals suspected of criminal activity and encourages the public to report suspicious or criminal activity to law enforcement.