The Tribune

BY DENISE MAYCOCK

Tribune Freeport Reporter

dmaycock@tribunemedia.net

FREEPORT – Grand Bahama Police are investigating two armed robberies that occurred in the Freeport area over the weekend.

The first happened on Saturday at East Atlantic Drive at around 9.45am, when a man was held up and robbed by two masked and armed men.

The victim reported that one of the culprits had a knife and the other a handgun.

He was robbed of his Samsung Galaxy S3 cellphone, red and white Puma shoes and a wallet containing $70 cash.

The culprits were 5’4” tall and of slim build. Both spoke with a Bahamian accent. One was wearing all black clothing and the second was wearing a gray jacket with blue jeans.

The second incident happened around 2pm on Saturday at West Atlantic Drive.

According to reports, two men were taking a shortcut on foot when they were approached by two masked men who wrestled them the ground.

The culprits punched the men in their faces and robbed them of $270 cash.

The suspects were dressed in dark clothing. Both were described as about 6’1” tall.

Inspector Terecita Pinder said police are investigating both incidents.

Anyone with information that might assist police is asked to call 350-3107/8, 911/919, or the nearest police station.