The Tribune

By DANA SMITH dsmith@tribunemedia.net A 27-YEAR-OLD man is the country's latest murder victim after his sister found him dying in their back yard. He had been shot multiple times. It is understood that Clyde McKenzie, of Whylly's Close, off Market Street, was killed shortly after 10pm yesterday. It is understood that he was on his way to purchase a drink from a neighbour when his sister heard multiple gunshots. It's claimed she went into the back yard where she found her brother lying unresponsive on the ground with several gunshot wounds. He was taken to hospital by private vehicle where he was pronounced dead. His death marks the country's 24th murder for this year. Also yesterday, two men were injured by women known to them, in two separate stabbing incidents that occurred around the same time. After 10pm, a 32-year-old man of Turks Court, Flamingo Gardens got into an argument with a woman he knew, resulting in him being stabbed in his neck and back. Also after 10pm, a 35-year-old man of Excellence Estates was stabbed in the back after getting into an argument with a woman he knew. Both were taken to hospital where they are detained in stable condition. Police are investigating all incidents and appealing to members of the public who may have any information to contact them at 919, 322-3333; the Central Detective Unit at 502-9991, 502-9910; or Crime Stoppers at 328-TIPS. Police also released a "crime tip" for Bahamians, encouraging them to establish a neighbourhood watch programme. "As citizens, you can assist in the fight against crime. Become acquainted with your neighbours and be the eyes and ears for each other," the police stated. "Establish an active neighbourhood watch and create a bond through such service." An active neighbourhood watch will "definitely reduce crime and improve your community," police said. For more information on establishing a neighbourhood watch, contact the National Crime Prevention Office at 302-8430/1.