Commissioner Promises No-nonsense Policing This Crop Over
Police Commissioner Richard Boyce has joined the Attorney General in promising a no-nonsense approach to policing Crop Over. Speaking at a media briefing he said that the police will have the support of the Defense Force to ensure a safe festival with zero tolerance for bad behaviour such as those who attempt to illegally enter […]
Child Among 5 Shot Dead in SVG
Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves says he is confident that law enforcement agencies in St. Vincent and the Grenadines will solve the case of the shooting last night that left five people dead, including a 13-year-old boy. In a video statement released via state media, Dr. Gonsalves said he was addressing nationals with a heavy […]
BTMI Rescue Plan for Bajans Stranded in St. Lucia
Some Barbadians who had been stranded in St. Lucia were said to be on their way back home due to the efforts of the Barbados Tourism and Marketing Incorporated. BTMI has been making arrangements for the return of the group who had appealed for help. The Barbadians were part of a group that traveled to […]
Businesses Want Armed Police Stationed
An upsurge in robberies and a number of gun crimes has this country’s business community concerned and pressing for more police presence especially in Bridgetown and even at specific establishments. Eddie Abed, a past President of the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the current Chairman of the Bridgetown Revitalization Committee, confirms the growing […]
House Fire at Bank Hall, St. Michael
The Barbados Fire Service has confirmed a house fire at Quarry Road, Bank Hall, St. Micheal. Two fire tenders are presently on scene.