Cyclists pay tribute to the founder of the Fallen Mango Tree Riders in a tribute on St. Croix

On Thursday evening, crucians on bicycles turned out en masse for a memorial walk to pay tribute to Walton “Selah” Macedon, one of the founders of the Mango Tree Riders cycling club. Mr Macedon was shot dead as he was going for his usual Sunday walk on October 20th.

Bicyclists and drivers gathered in the Water Gut area and, under the supervision of Virgin Islands police officers, prepared to make several laps around the city in memory of their fallen friend. “I love seeing so many people here… just people coming out to support,” said one woman on her bike who joined the Mango Tree Riders about a year ago.

tragic death of a 67-year-old man Macedonia has left society reeling and once again drawn attention to a harsh reality Gun crime is rampant in the area. The officers at the scene, while promising justice for the man killed, pleaded with members of the community share any information they may have information about this or other murders.

As competitors and spectators gathered, the rhythmic beat of drums filled the evening air, marking the start of the drive-out at approximately 7:00 p.m. Under the watchful eye of VIPD Sergeant Arthur Joseph, the procession headed from the Water Gutter to the Basin Triangle and then downtown to the Times Square area. From there, the riders circled the city three times before returning to their starting point.

The death of Mr Macedonian, known as a man who brought people together, has puzzled many, with one cyclist telling the Consortium that he and others are still trying to understand why someone would commit such a disgusting act of violence against an elderly man. known as a unifying force.

Organizers hope the vigil will raise awareness of the rise in gun violence in the U.S. Virgin Islands, a problem that has been going on for decades but has not improved. There have already been 36 murders in the territory this year.