Police in the Bahamas arrested two trainee Customs officers after executing a search warrant at a residence in Kennedy Subdivision discovering unlicensed firearms, including a high-powered weapon, and ammunition concealed inside the home early Wednesday morning.
On Wednesday, 20th May 2026, officers attached to the Anti-Gang and Firearm Investigation Task Force, assisted by additional officers, arrested a 28-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, both identified as Trainee Customs Officers, in connection with the possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.
Preliminary reports indicate that shortly after 2:00 a.m., officers acting on intelligence and armed with a search warrant proceeded to a residence located on Gilbert Street in Kennedy Subdivision. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the male and female occupants and informed them of the warrant.
A thorough search of the residence was subsequently conducted. During the search, officers discovered a magazine containing ammunition beneath a mattress in a north-eastern bedroom. Further searches of the ceiling area led to the discovery of two firearms, one being a high-powered weapon.
As a result, both individuals were taken into custody, cautioned in connection with the matter, and are assisting police with the ongoing investigation.
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A serving female member of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force is among two people arrested after police seized a firearm with ammunition during an early morning operation in New Providence today.
According to preliminary reports, shortly after 1:00 a.m., officers attached to the Anti-Gang & Firearms Investigation Task Force, assisted by additional officers, acted on intelligence and executed a search warrant at a residence off Sea Breeze Lane.
During the search of the residence and its two occupants, officers discovered a firearm containing ammunition.
A 27-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman were subsequently arrested and cautioned. Police identified the woman as a serving member of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force.
Investigations remain ongoing.
