Two armed inmates escaped from a Virgin Islands prison; police hunt them amid public safety warnings.

Two inmates, Jose Almestica, 37, and John M. Burgos, 27, escaped from His Majesty's Prison in Balsam Ghut, Tortola, on October 25, 2025. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is leading a multi-agency manhunt, with heightened security at ports, checkpoints, and patrols across the territory. Both are considered armed and dangerous, with Almestica having a prior escape history and Burgos facing murder-related charges. Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant, avoid confrontation, and report sightings via police hotlines or Crimestoppers.