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TODAY'S CRIME REPORT

December 22, 2021


Police arrested an adult male for possession of dangerous drugs

Preliminary reports are that sometime after 3:00 p.m., on Tuesday, 21 December 2021. Detectives from the Drug Enforcement Unit along with their United States counterparts; while at the domestic section of Lynden Pindling International Airport. Acting on information, conducted a field search of an adult male. During the search, officers found five sealed packages. An inspection of the packages revealed a substance suspected to be cocaine. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody. The total weight of the suspected drugs is 12.5 pounds and has an estimated street value of $100,000.00. Investigation into this matter continues.

Police advisory to holders of Licensed Firearms

The Firearms Licensing Authority wish to remind the holders of licensed firearms that the 2022 licensing period commence 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 begin on 15th January 2022.

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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