DAILY CRIME REPORTS 2024
The report for: February 21, 2024
NEW PROVIDENCE
POLICE INVESTIGATE ATTEMPTED ARMED ROBBERY INCIDENT
Police are questioning a 60-year-old male in connection with an attempted armed robbery that occurred shortly after 12:00 noon on Tuesday 20th February, 2024.
According to preliminary reports, the victim was riding his bicycle in the vicinity of Sea Breeze Lane and Bay Lily Drive when he was approached by an unknown male who reportedly struck him to his head with a stone repeatedly while attempting to rob him of his personal belongings.
Despite being injured, the victim was able to defend himself and the assailant fled the area on foot; officers from the Southeastern Division apprehended the suspect shortly after the incident, in the immediate area.
The victim was transported to the hospital via ambulance where he was treated for his injuries and discharged.
Investigations are ongoing into this matter.
NEW PROVIDENCE
MEDIA COVERAGE REQUESTED
On Thursday 22nd February, 2024 beginning at 10:00 a.m. the Englerston Urban Renewal Centre will be conducting an initiative involving the removal of derelict vehicles within the Englerston community.
The following Ministers are expected to be in attendance: Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin, Hon. Keith Belle and Hon. Vaughn Miller.
Media coverage is being requested for this initiative. Additionally, media personnel attending the event is asked to meet on Podoleo Street, between Robinson Road and Balfour Avenue no later than 9:30 a.m.
East Street North