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Last Updated: Feb 13, 2017 - 1:45:37 AM |
Nassau, Bahamas - Dr. Minnis, Leader of the Free National Movement (FNM), issued the following statement on the need for immediate action from the PLP Government to stem the rising crime rate:
“This Government can no longer ignore the growing crime epidemic seizing our streets. The crime statistics presented by PLP in hopes of convincing the public that their fear and anger is misplaced is insincere and misleading. Minister Nottage suggests that the PLP Government is the best to combat crime; however, this PLP administration has failed miserably over the last four and a half years. This failure has resulted in crime reaching endemic proportions. Ignoring the problem will not make it go away; in fact that strategy has only allowed it to get worse.”
“Many Bahamians are afraid to leave their houses at night and with 11 murders already to start the New Year, it is no wonder why. The time to act is now. These crimes have ripple effects that impact every fibre of our country hurting families, our communities, and even the overall economy. Several countries have issued travel warnings to their citizens due to the high crime rate which have compounded and continue to worsen the economic struggles we are facing. These foreign governments can’t ignore the increasing crime like this Government does.”
“Bahamians are tired of reading in the newspapers every other day about another one of our precious children being brutally gunned down on our streets. The time to act is now - empty rhetoric and broken promises from the PLP will not fix this problem, nor will ignoring the sound advice of their law enforcement officials.”
The FNM has pledged to work together with law enforcement and our communities to address the epidemic at its roots. We will implement a strong plan that will provide proper training for law enforcement equipping them with the necessary tools to efficiently and effectively combat crime. We will foster collaboration between church and community leaders, educators and social workers thus providing a sustainable framework for stronger peaceful communities. Our goal will always be to empower Bahamians and not ignore them. We will work diligently every day to make all of our communities safe and secure for Bahamians because they deserve nothing less from their leaders.”
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