Bahamas News

Murder surge continues: Woman killed, 2 injured in Bahamas shooting

The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) reported the deceased is a 39-year-old woman.

The Bahamas pushes to reduce violence as the US Embassy warns...

Authorities in the Bahamas say they are cracking down on crime after the U.S. Embassy issued a security alert warning that the archipelago has reported at least 18 slayings so far this year.

Man shot by police in Bahamas after alleged attempt to disarm...

A 38-year-old was shot after he allegedly tried to disarm a police officer of his service weapon on Saturday.

Elderly woman among 2 tourists sexually assaulted on The Bahamas

Bahamian police have reported that two female tourists were sexually assaulted on Paradise Island over the weekend.

The Bahamas: Triple shooting leaves one dead

Gun violence continues to affect The Bahamas as one man is dead and two other persons injured following a shooting on Friday night.  

US warns citizens against crime situation in The Bahamas

The United States on Wednesday blamed “retaliatory gang violence” as the primary motive for murders in The Bahamas as it warned its nationals to be aware of the situation when visiting the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country.

Bahamas welcomes US court ruling on illegal trafficking of weapons

The Bahamian Government has welcomed the ruling by the United States Appeals Court in favour of Mexico’s attempts to file a lawsuit against US gun manufacturers alleging that their negligent business practices facilitate the illicit trafficking of their products into Mexico.

Bahamas Government to amend bail legislation

As part of the government’s strategy to combat crime, Prime Minister Philip Davis announced today that the Bail Act will be amended to ensure that bail is automatically revoked for suspects who violate the conditions of their bail.

The Bahamas and Benin formalises diplomatic relations

The Bahamas has continued with its mission to build links with African countries as the island nation has signed a communiqué formalising diplomatic relations with the Republic of Benin.

Weekend shootings pushes Bahamian murder toll to 17

In the first incident, two men were sitting outside a residence on Walnut Street in Pinewood Gardens at 2pm when a car pulled up and its occupants opened fire.