POLICE ARRESTED A MALE FOR BEING IN POSSESSION OF A FIREARM AND AMMUNITION
The persistent efforts of the officers of the Royal Bahamas Police Force, have resulted in the arrest of a male for being in possession of a firearm and ammunition on Thursday 21st, January 2021.

Preliminary reports state that shortly before 9:00 p.m., acting on information officers from the Elizabeth Estate Police station proceeded to Commonwealth Boulevard, in the vicinity of Thelma Gibson Primary School. While approaching the school, they noticed a male suspect fitting the description given in the bulletin. As they drew closer to him, they observed when he dropped an object and ran. The officers pursued and captured the suspect, he was returned to where the object was dropped. A 9mm pistol containing (9) nine rounds of unfired ammunition was found. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody. Investigation into this matter continue.

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The Royal Bahamas Police Force wish to thank members of the public for their use of the Hotlines that were provided to assist in reporting incidents of social gatherings. Your calls have aided in the drastic 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 Investigation Department at 502-9991/2, Crime stoppers at 328-TIPS (8477) or the nearest police station.

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