$15k fine for officer who tried to solicit sex from minor
A POLICE corporal dodged a potential eight-year prison sentence yesterday after a judge fined him $15,000 as part of a plea deal he took for attempting to procure sex from a minor.
Murders up 9% - with majority of victims known to law enforcement
SEVENTY-TWO percent of murder victims in 2024 were known to police, 15 percent were killed while on bail, and 11 percent were under electronic monitoring at the time of their murder, according to statistics police have released.
Family denies they apologised over police retaliation claim
THE family of a man who was killed after a traffic accident denied that they had apologised for their public statements accusing the police of retaliation in connection with an armed raid of their home despite pronouncements yesterday from Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles.
‘No police link to bank car killings’
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles said investigations into the murders of Michael Fox, Jr, and Dino Smith have uncovered no evidence linking police involvement.
Man charged in $15.8m Acklins drug bust
A 33-year-old man was imprisoned yesterday after being connected to a $15.8m cocaine and marijuana bust linked to a plane crash in Acklins last December.
PETER YOUNG: Passing of a British rock icon
IT is said by writers who become insomniacs that they often have their best ideas in the middle of the night.
Man charged with arson and murder after woman succumbs to injuries caused by fire
A MAN has been charged in connection with the fatal arson of a home on Baillou Road last month, which led to the death of a 31-year-old woman.
New body cams for police to be deployed within next 90 days
COMMISSIONER of Police Shanta Knowles said the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) has 900 body cameras and is working to secure an additional 300 to equip frontline officers.
37-year-old accused of rape in San Salvador
A 37-year-old man was remanded into custody yesterday after he was accused of sexually assaulting a 30-year-old woman in San Salvador last month.
FACING REALITY: The prerequisite for emotional maturity in those who would lead
The American Psychological Association defines emotional maturity as “a high and appropriate level of emotional control and expression.”
From passion to a profession
RICKEA Hepburn, 24, has transformed her passion for travel into a career by launching a travel agency dedicated to showcasing The Bahamas’ true beauty and providing affordable travel options for those eager to explore the world.
Female prison officer disciplined over barbershop fight caught on video
A FEMALE prison officer has been fined $1,000 and will be ineligible for promotion for three years after being involved in a fight captured in a viral video.
Family disputes police chief: 'We did not apologize'
The family of Gihano Moss today denied that they have apologized for their public statements accusing the police of retaliation in connection with an armed raid of their home despite pronouncements from incoming Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles.
Deadly mother and son killers whose story spanned the US and The Bahamas
A MURDER plot in The Bahamas that prompted an in-depth investigation by former Tribune managing editor John Marquis in his book Evil and Son is now to feature in a documentary on NBC’s Dateline tonight.
Trump tariffs ‘very bad news’ for The Bahamas
Donald Trump’s decision to levy tariffs on Chinese, Canadian and Mexican imports is “definitely very bad news” for Bahamians as it will likely increase prices for multiple goods, businesses warned yesterday.
Food cost rise concerns over new safety regime
Farmers and other Bahamian food-related businesses are voicing fears they may be forced to increase prices due to the mandates of a new health and safety regulatory regime that is now being enforced.
Dames: Govt contracts awarded to police a dangerous precedent
FORMER National Security Minister Marvin Dames said the Davis administration is awarding government contracts to senior police officers without proper parameters, setting what he believes is a dangerous precedent that opens the door to officers prioritising personal gain over public service.
Fire destroys beacon of hope in community
MORE than 100 people, including over 30 children, were lined up for help when a fire broke out at a community centre in Kemp Road, reducing it to ashes and leaving the community stunned.
Activists criticise govt of being ‘spineless’ on marital Rape bill
THE government’s decision not to move forward with criminalising marital rape this term has drawn sharp criticism from women’s rights activists, who see it as a betrayal of commitments to fighting gender-based violence.
