NASSAU, BAHAMAS -Authorities are on the hunt for a male suspect involved in an armed robbery who reportedly dropped his weapon as he was pursued by the police; the incident unfolded on Monday August 19, 2024.
According to preliminary reports, officers were on routine mobile patrols near Collins Avenue and Sixth Terrace around 11:00 p.m. when they were stopped by a male who was reportedly robbed at gunpoint of cash outside a business establishment and shot by an unknown male, causing a graze to his left calf.
Officers observed the suspect fleeing north on Collins Avenue and engaged in a foot pursuit, police said.
The suspect fired his weapon at the pursuing officers, resulting in a brief exchange, but eluded officers as he hurdled over a perimeter fence, dropping his firearm, which was later retrieved by officers, according to investigators.
Police are actively searching for the suspect connected with this incident and encourage anyone with information to come forward by calling 911, 919, the Criminal Investigation Department at 502-9991/2, or CRIME STOPPERS at 328-TIPS (8477).
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