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TODAY'S CRIME REPORT

November 30, 2021


Police on the island of New Providence are investigating the latest Homicide

Detectives on the island of New Providence are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a male that occurred on Monday 29th, November 2021.

Preliminary reports are that shortly after 8:00 p.m., Police were called to a shooting incident that occurred on Hospital Lane North. Officers were dispatched, on their arrival, they found a gray Nissan March parked at the intersection of Petticoat and Hospital Lane with the engine running.

An inspection of the vehicle revealed an unresponsive adult male slumped over in the driver’s seat. Emergency Medical Services visited the scene and pronounced the male lifeless after noticing injuries to the victim’s upper body that are consistent with gunshots wounds. Investigations into this matter continue.

Police advisory to holders of Licensed Firearm

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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