Governor Bryan Commutes Sentences of Three Inmates - Government of the United States Virgin Islands
Governor Bryan Commutes Sentences of Three Inmates - Government of the United States Virgin Islands Governor Bryan Commutes Sentences of Three Inmates - Government of the United States Virgin Islands Government of the United States Virgin Islands Home Governor Albert Bryan Jr Pressroom Executive Orders The Cabinet Government of the United States Virgin Islands Home Governor Albert Bryan Jr Pressroom Executive Orders The Cabinet © 2026 Government of the United States Virgin Islands Governor Bryan Commutes Sentences of Three Inmates Search Latest Comments No comments to show. June 23 Governor Bryan poses for a photo with Felix Perez alongside BOC Director Wynnie Testamark and Lieutenant Governor Tregenza A. Roach Esq. In a surprise announcement Tuesday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. commuted the life sentence of Felix S. Perez, 72, who has served 37 years in prison. The Governor made the announcement during the Commencement exercises for the Transforming Lives Academy, which recognized 10 inmates for their achievements gaining high school diplomas and trade certifications. …
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Governor Bryan Commutes Sentences of Three Inmates - Government of the United States Virgin Islands Governor Bryan Commutes Sentences of Three Inmates - Government of the United States Virgin Islands Government of the United States Virgin Islands Home Governor Albert Bryan Jr Pressroom Executive Orders The Cabinet Government of the United States Virgin Islands Home Governor Albert Bryan Jr Pressroom Executive Orders The Cabinet © 2026 Government of the United States Virgin Islands Governor Bryan Commutes Sentences of Three Inmates Search Latest Comments No comments to show. June 23 Governor Bryan poses for a photo with Felix Perez alongside BOC Director Wynnie Testamark and Lieutenant Governor Tregenza A. Roach Esq. In a surprise announcement Tuesday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. commuted the life sentence of Felix S. Perez, 72, who has served 37 years in prison. The Governor made the announcement during the Commencement exercises for the Transforming Lives Academy, which recognized 10 inmates for their achievements gaining high school diplomas and trade certifications. View the Commencement here “I believe in second chances,” Governor Bryan said before calling Mr. Perez to the podium. “Mr. Perez, by the power vested in me as Governor of the Virgin Islands, I am going to commute your life sentence.” On Wednesday, Governor Bryan commuted the sentences of two more inmates for time served. Elliston F. George and Stephan Hyacinth have committed themselves to self-reform and served as role models for other inmates in their respective institutions. Perez resides at the John A. Bell Adult Correctional Facility on St. Croix. Convicted in 1988 for murder in the first degree, he has devoted himself to his faith, participating in Bible studies and mentoring fellow inmates. George, 66, has served 45 years. He resides at the Keen Mountain Correctional Center in Oakwood, Virginia. Convicted of murder and possession of a deadly weapon in1978, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. George has been actively counseling fellow inmates on crime prevention strategies and ways to avoid recidivism after their release from prison. Hyacinth, 38, was sentenced to 15 years in prison in 2011. He was convicted of unauthorized use of a firearm during a first-degree assault and resides at the John A. Bell Adult Correctional Facility on St. Croix. During his incarceration Hyacinth has gained certificates of accomplishment, has taken advantage of numerous rehabilitation programs and participated in community service programs with various governmental agencies. Speaking of the interconnectedness of Virgin Islanders, Governor Bryan said reform is necessary to allow former offenders to make a positive contribution as they re-enter the community. “Today is a day that I really feel honored as the Governor to allow somebody to get a second chance.” Transforming Lives Academy graduates who received high school diplomas on Tuesday were: Daliqua Moses, Jahkeel Clarke, Rasokemo Archibald and Tyler Labarrie. Aubrey Frett received a certification in accounting. Akenda Weeks and Marciano Rivera received automotive repair technician certifications. Daliqua Moses received a certificate in HR management. Janelle Walters was certified in medical billing and coding. Jerome Wallace and Koi Thomas received certifications in starting their own businesses. The Bryan-Roach Administration is investing in the Territory’s people, infrastructure and future through transparency, stabilizing the economy, restoring trust in the government and ensuring that recovery projects are completed as quickly as possible. Visit transparency.vi.gov TAGS No tags CATEGORIES Uncategorized Previous Next Comments are closed © 2026 Government of the United States Virgin Islands.