Fitz Bailey
Fitz Bailey is a retired Jamaican police official with a distinguished 40-year career in law enforcement, noted for his leadership in critical units such as the Criminal Investigation Branch and the Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime Division. Recently appointed as the police chief for the Turks and Caicos Islands, Bailey aims to enhance public safety across the region, emphasizing that a safer TCI contributes to the overall security of the Caribbean. His commitment to professional policing standards is underscored by his previous role as deputy commissioner of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.
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Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey is asking the public and media to respect the privacy of the victims and responders.
Three killed, several injured in mass shootings | World News
Jamaica· 2025-07-29
Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey described the incident as 'deeply disturbing' in a statement.
Mass shooting at Turks and Caicos nightclub leaves 3 dead, 10 wounded
United States· 2025-07-29
Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey called the mass shooting 'deeply disturbing.'
Police say three killed, 10 injured in Turks and Caicos Islands mass shooting | World NewsJamaica· 2025-07-28
Retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey declined the FID post, prompting the panel to re-advertise the role.
Mum’s the word | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-07-07
Fitz Bailey, a recently retired deputy commissioner of police, was offered the post and turned it down.
Editorial | Public Service Commission must speak | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-07-05
Former Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey declined the offer for the FID position.
Update | Finance Ministry pulls statement on FID selection controversy | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-03Recently retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey was offered the job of FID technical director but turned it down.
Editorial | An assault on governance | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-07-02Retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey declined the offer to head the FID on January 21.
NO PAPER TRAIL | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-07-02Morris Dixon disclosed that after retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey declined the offer to head the FID on January 21.
Panel removed FID job requirement after 'conversations', no documentation exists – Morris Dixon | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-01Fitz Bailey declined the job at the FID and took up duties as Commissioner of Police in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Business pressure mounts as JCC, JMEA join calls for transparency in FID appointment | NewsJamaica· 2025-06-30
Retired Deputy Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey declined the offer for the Financial Investigations Division's top job.
Transparency demanded | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-06-30Retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey was selected to head the FID but turned down the offer.
Blocked! | Lead Stories | Jamaica GleanerJamaica· 2025-06-29Fitz Bailey’s appointment as police chief for the Turks and Caicos Islands is part of a broader mission to enhance public safety and security throughout the Caribbean region.
Fitz Bailey’s appointment as TCI’s police chief signals regional crime-fighting commitment | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-04-12Fitz Bailey's appointment as police chief for the Turks and Caicos Island is seen as part of a greater mission towards improving public safety across the region.
Jamaican Fitz Bailey appointed police chief for Turks and Caicos Island | NewsJamaica· 2025-04-11