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Another fatal shooting marks Bahamas' 3rd murder in 48 hours

series of homicides continues in the Bahamas, with another fatal shooting incident that claimed the life of a 36-year-old male

Wednesday, 17th April 2024

Another fatal shooting marks Bahamas' 3rd murder in 48 hours
Nassau, Bahamas: The series of homicides continues in the Bahamas, with another fatal shooting incident that claimed the life of a 36-year-old male. According to the information, the shooting took place on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 near the Ridgeland Park Community.

Police officials have launched an investigation into this incident, which is reported to be the 43rd murder of 2024 and the 3rd murder reported within two days.

According to the initial reports, the victim was walking on Antol Avenue around 10 15 pm yesterday when the occupants of a dark-coloured Japanese vehicle pulled alongside him. One male came out of the vehicle along with a firearm and began shooting at the victim several times before escaping the scene.

The victim, who was shot in the upper torso, somehow managed to escape the scene where the shooting took place, but later on, he collapsed near the business establishment.

A passerby reported the incident to the police officials, following which the Emergency Medical Personnel examined and transported the victim to the hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries after some time.

The officials have launched an investigation into this incident and are attempting to find the identity of the male victim who lost his life in this unfortunate incident.

It is to be noted that all three murders, which took place between Monday and Tuesday, occurred near some business establishments, sparking security concerns around the area.

In addition to this, all three people died because of shooting incidents, which shows that the increase in gun violence in the Bahamas is to a huge extent. The murder toll for the year is also increasing, with the officials not able to do anything to stop these incidents.

The homicides have also made citizens concerned with of them expressing their anger to the government for not implementing any strict actions against the wrongdoers. People are also urging the administration to do something as soon as possible and curb the crime incidents.

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