Crime
June 23, 2024
Police in Bermuda Warn of Rising Online Scams Targeting Senior Citizens
Bermuda Police report online fraud targeting seniors, resulting in $1.5 million losses. Financial Crime Unit investigates 18 cases, warns public to safeguard elderly against scams and elder abuse.
June 23, 2024
Deadly Attacks in Dagestan: Gunmen Kill Six Officers, Injure Twelve in Russian Republic
Gunmen in Dagestan, Russia, target police officers, a synagogue, churches, and a police checkpoint, resulting in casualties and ongoing search for assailants. Islamist attacks have occurred in the region before.
June 23, 2024
Barbados Minister of State Urges Unified Response to Rising Violence
Minister Corey Lane urges unified response to recent surge in violence in Barbados. Efforts underway to address spike in homicides, with 18 recorded in 2024. Law enforcement seeks public assistance.
June 22, 2024
Israeli Air Strikes in Gaza City Kill 38 People, Hamas Reports
Israeli air strikes in Gaza City killed 38 people, Hamas reports. Strikes targeted Hamas military sites. Civil defense rescues injured from rubble. EU condemns shelling of Red Cross offices.
June 22, 2024
Dashawn Hinkson, 17, Identified as Victim in Rockhall Shooting Incident
17-year-old Dashawn Hinkson identified as victim in Rockhall shooting. Police report he was shot while with friends by three men. Hinkson sought shelter but succumbed to injuries. 18th homicide of the year.
June 22, 2024
Fatal Shooting Update: Dashawn Hinkson Identified as Victim in Rock Hall Incident
Fatal shooting in Rock Hall, St. Philip claims the life of 17-year-old Dashawn Hinkson. The victim was attacked by three men while socializing with friends, seeking shelter in a neighbor's house.
June 21, 2024
Barbados Police Service Reports Visitor's Tragic Drowning Incident at Hotel During ICC T20 World Cup
A visitor from India attending the ICC T20 World Cup in Barbados drowned at a hotel swimming pool. The Barbados Police Service is withholding the man's identity pending family notification.
June 21, 2024
Barbados Police Investigate Fatal Stabbing at Seclusion Gardens, Black Rock
Barbados Police investigate stabbing death at Seclusion Gardens, Black Rock. Man found with multiple stab wounds pronounced dead at the scene. Identity remains unknown, investigations ongoing.
June 21, 2024
Salvage Operation Recovers Documents from Fire-Damaged Block D at Barbados Archives Department - Full Story Inside
Documents salvaged from Block D of the Archives Department after a fire at Lazaretto in Black Rock, St Michael. Efforts by Barbados Fire and Police Services, volunteers, and ROAD project members. Importance of digitizing records emphasized.
June 21, 2024
Case Summary: Kyle Archer and Jamar Mottley Confess to Murdering Basil Springer, Revealed in Court Testimony
Two men confess to the murder of postman Basil Springer after a failed robbery attempt for money. Details revealed in court as they planned to rob him with the help of two women.
June 21, 2024
American Airlines Employees Put on Leave Over Incident with Black Passengers: CEO Addresses Accountability and New Initiatives
American Airlines employees placed on leave after black passengers removed from flight due to body odor complaint. Lawsuit filed for racial discrimination. CEO acknowledges incident, vows accountability and prevention measures.
June 20, 2024
Wanted Man in Barbados Now in Custody Thanks to Public Support | TBPS Update
Male subject of a "Wanted Man" bulletin in Barbados, sought for serious crimes, is now in police custody after being captured on June 15th. Public and media assistance appreciated by TBPS.