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Royal Bahamas Police Force
RBPF Nassau: Quick response leads to arrest of a suspect within hours of an armed robbery
By Stephen Dean
Nov 21, 2014 - 10:27:01 PM

Nassau, Bahamas - The quick and immediate response, as well as the dedication to the citizens of the Bahamas by police, led to the apprehension of a 31 – year old man of Garden Hills within hours after he committed an armed robbery on Friday 21st November 2014.

According to reports shortly after 7:00am, a woman had just walked outside of her residence located at Theodore Lane off John F. Kennedy Drive, when a man armed with a handgun robbed her of cash and fled on foot.

Police launched an intense investigation into the matter that led to the arrest of the suspect shortly after 1:00pm. Police also recovered a handgun used in the armed robbery from the suspect.

POLICE are also appealing to anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of wanted persons or any information about crimes and other illegal activities in their communities, 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) or the nearest Police Station

WEEKLY PREVENTION CRIME TIP - REDUCING VIOLENCE

• Look for ways to settle arguments and disagreements without violence. Remember: if you resort to violence to settle disputes, a child may well follow your example. Be a good role model.

• Use good manners to help ease tensions that can lead to violence. Teach kids that showing respect for themselves and for the needs of others can prevent crime.

• Report crimes and suspicious activities to police; agree to testify when necessary. If you want to live in a safe community, stand up for what you believe in.

• Don’t support illegal activities, like buying stolen property or using illegal drugs. It’s the wrong message to send to a child, and it involves you in criminal activity. It also encourages more crime that hurts you and your neighbours.

Please visit the Royal Bahamas Police Force Website at www.royalbahamaspolice.org for Daily Crime Reports and additional Crime Prevention Tips.