Nassau, Bahamas- Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating the person/s responsible for causing damage to the Punch Publications Limited building on Monday 18th November 2013.

According to reports, around 11:45pm Police received a report of an alarm activation at the Punch Publications Limited, building located on Farrington Road and Ajax Street. On arrival at the scene, Police discovered that a front glass door was smashed. On further examining the immediate interior of the building, Police found what appeared to be an unexploded hand grenade. The device is being subjected to forensic examination to determine precisely what it is.

Investigations are ongoing.

Police are appealing to anyone with information regarding this incident to call Police at 919 or CRIME STOPPERS at 328-TIPS (8477) (New Providence) or 1-242-300-8476 (Family Islands).

The Royal Bahamas Police Force takes the opportunity to thank the members of the general public for their continued cooperation and support.