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TODAY'S CRIME REPORT

November 28, 2021


Police on the island of New Providence are investigating a shooting incident

Preliminary reports are that sometime after 1:00 p.m., on Saturday 27th November 2021, Police received information that a male was brought into the hospital via a private vehicle with gunshot wounds about his body. Initial investigations revealed that the victim while on Rock Court was involved in an argument with another male, who then produced a firearm and discharged the weapon in his direction, injuring him before fleeing the scene on foot. The victims’ condition is listed as serious, this matter remains under active investigation.

Police on the island of Eleuthera are investigating a recent Homicide

Detectives on the island of Eleuthera are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a male that occurred on Sunday 28th, November 2021.

Preliminary reports are that shortly after 2:00 a.m., Police were called to Three Island Road where an adult male was found lying in the street unresponsive. On the arrival of the first responding officers at the scene, they were directed to where the body was discovered. The officers assessed the body and found injuries consistent with gunshots wounds. The local doctor later pronounced the victim dead. Investigations into this matter continue.

Police advisory to holders of Licensed Firearms

The Firearms Licensing Authority wishes to remind the holders of licensed firearms that the 2022 licensing period commences on 1st of November 2021. The fee for shotguns is $150 and $300 for rifles. Licensed holders are also reminded that a late fee of $50 begins on 15th January 2022.

CONFIDENTIAL HOTLINE

The Royal Bahamas Police Force wishes to thank members of the public for their use of the Hotlines provided to assist in reporting incidents of social gatherings. Your calls have aided in the reduction in social gatherings. The public is encouraged to continue to call 702-9967, 702-9968 and 702-9969 to report any incident of social gatherings that may be in contravention of the COVID19 Emergency Order.

Police are appealing to members of the public, who may have information that can assist with our investigations into these incidents and other criminal matters, to contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 502-9991/2, Crime stoppers at 328-TIPS (8477) or the nearest police station.

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