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TODAY'S CRIME REPORT

June 24, 2021


Police are investigating an apparent drowning

Preliminary reports are that sometime around 11:00 a.m., police received reports of a body that was found submerged in waters under a boat which is docked at the western end of Porter's Cay Dock.

Officers responded and on their arrival, they confirmed the report. The body of an adult male was retrieved from the water. Emergency Medical Services visited the scene and pronounce the body lifeless following their assessment.

Police will await an autopsy report to determine the exact cause of death and the identification of a next of kin to confirm the victim's identity. Investigations 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 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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