Teenager who struck cyclist with car is given $1,000 fine
A TEENAGER who struck down a cyclist with whom he had a dispute was yesterday fined $1,000 for the reckless act and ordered to compensate the victim.
Nine held for drug possession
NINE men were arrested for drug possession in several incidents on Tuesday.
Legislation being reviewed to bring in parole system
NATIONAL Security Minister Marvin Dames said yesterday officials are currently reviewing legislation to introduce a parole system that will allow for the reintegration of offenders into society.
Minister backs commissioner claims COVID had no impact on crime levels
NATIONAL Security Minister Marvin Dames yesterday defended the efforts of police officers for their contributions in helping to reduce overall crime, telling critics there is no data to suggest the COVID-19 regulations had an impact on offences.
Task force chief denies claims of expired food vouchers
SUSAN Larson, head of the National Food Assistance Task Force, has denied claims in social media that the group has distributed expired food vouchers, but said officials have had to “tighten up” protocols due to people trying to sell or stockpile the items.
Fears domestic violence cases go unreported
WITH police reporting a drop in incidents of domestic violence last year, some activists fear more cases of abuse and domestic incidents are going unreported.
Planning vital in success of vaccination rollout
MOST regional countries are not ready to roll out COVID-19 vaccinations and should instead focus on preparation, a Pan American Health Organization official said yesterday.
Police chief blames ‘pushy’ press for suicide blunder
POLICE Commissioner Paul Rolle last night apologised for his comments about suicide victims, but claimed his remarks were sparked by questions from “pushy journalists”.
EIGHT MINUTES PURE TORMENT: Urgent probe ordered as horror video shows care home beatings
A SHOCKING video has emerged showing children being severely beaten and mocked by staff in an emergency care home.
Jailed for indecent assault on girl
A 54-year-old man who indecently assaulted a nine-year-old girl was yesterday sentenced to two years in prison.
Man threatened to spank his niece with cutlass
A MAN who threatened to “spank” his niece with a cutlass during an argument was yesterday fined $500.
Pinder hopes for travel rise to ease need for unemployment aid
WITH the government’s unemployment assistance for tourism workers affected by the pandemic expected to end later this month, Labour director John Pinder hopes travel from the US will increase in the coming months to offset this problem.
Rolle attributes some suicides to ‘weak’ men as numbers rise
SUICIDES increased by 38 percent in 2020, according to data released by the Royal Bahamas Police Force yesterday.
Commissioner: We’ve stepped up our game in Abaco
POLICE COMMISSIONER Paul Rolle insisted yesterday that overall crime remains down in Abaco, adding police officers “have stepped up their game” to address crime concerns in the community.
Miller insists he’ll be on ballot
FORMER Tall Pines MP Leslie Miller said he is still seeking the Progressive Liberal Party’s nomination for the next general election and plans to be a thorn in the party’s side if he is denied.
