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TODAY'S CRIME REPORT

March 23, 2021


POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING A SHOOTING INCIDENT

Preliminary reports are that shortly after 8:00 p.m., police responded to a shooting incident that occurred on Wilson Track. On the officer's arrival, investigations revealed that a male was visiting his girlfriend when he heard the sound of gunshots being discharged. As a result, he ran for cover and while doing so he received a wound to the head. The victim was transported to the hospital, where he is in stable condition. Investigations into this matter continue.

POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING THE COUNTRY'S RECENT HOMICIDE

 Police on the island of New Providence are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of an adult male which occurred at on Monday 22nd, March 2021.

Preliminary reports are that shortly after 5:00 a.m., police were alerted to a shooting incident that occurred on Wilson Track. On the arrival of the officers, they were led to a single-story structure where they found the lifeless body of a male. Information is that, the victim heard a knock at his door. As he attempted to open it, the door was pried open by his assailant who then shot him in the head. Emergency Medical Services visited the scene and pronounced the body lifeless following their examination. Investigation into this matter continues.

CONFIDENTIAL HOTLINE

The Royal Bahamas Police Force wish 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 maybe 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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