February 22, 2021 POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING A FATAL TRAFFIC ACCIDENT Preliminary reports are that shortly before 10:00 p.m., a caller contacted the George Town Police Station and reported a traffic accident in the settlement of Hermitage Exuma. On the arrival of the officers at the scene, they met an Aquamarine Toyota Passo with extensive damages. A close inspection of the vehicle revealed an adult male who was unresponsive with visible injuries. The scene was later visited by the local doctor who on completion of his examination pronounced the body dead. The Traffic Division will continue investigations into this matter. CONFIDENTIAL HOTLINE 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.