Nassau, Bahamas -  Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting of a man who was shot by police whilst attempting to enter a building located on East Street South shortly after 9:30am on Saturday 30th August 2014.

The victim was transported to hospital where he is detained in stable condition. Investigations are ongoing.

HIGH POWERED WEAPON SEIZED BY MOBILE DIVISION OFFICERS

According to reports, shortly after 7:00pm on Saturday 30th August 2014, officers from the Mobile Division acting on intelligence went to the St. Andrews Beach Estates area, where they uncovered a high-powered assault rifle underneath a tree. No one was arrested for this seizure. The investigation continues.

7 ARRESTED OVERNIGHT BY MOBILE DIVISION OFFICERS

Consistent with the Commissioner’s Policing Priorities for 2014, Mobile Division saturation patrols intended to reduce crime and to minimize the ability for criminals to commit criminal activities resulted in the arrests of seven (7) persons overnight for various minor and major offences.

POLICE are appealing to anyone with information regarding any crime, no matter how small or insignificant (the tip) may seem, to anonymously call Police at 919 or CRIME STOPPERS at 328-TIPS (8477) (New Providence) or 1-242-300-8476 (Family Islands)