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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.

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‘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 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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Family fears police raid was retaliation

ONE day after a news report highlighting the police’s apparent failure to disclose a fatal traffic accident involving their loved one, Gihano Moss, the victim’s family claims officers raided their home in what they believe was an act of retaliation.

Prisoner stabbed to death by inmate waiting trial for prior murder charge

A PRISONER was stabbed to death by a man awaiting his murder trial, and two more were injured at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services on Saturday morning.