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BCC Remains Split On Capital Punishment

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Bahamas Christian Council remains divided on the issue of capital punishment, according to President Bishop Delton Fernander.

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1 year ago

August 7, 2023

Berthony McDermott

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Bahamas Christian Council remains divided on the issue of capital punishment, according to President Bishop Delton Fernander.

While addressing the sexual assault of a nine-year-old last week, Fernander admitted the council stands behind the suggestion that repeat offenders should be denied bail.

He believes the different denominations that make up the council play a factor in the split.
The council has been split on the issue for quite some time.

Back in January, Fernander told a local daily the country may need to consider other methods of capital punishment.

While no position has been taken by the council, he says the issue still remains a topic of discussion.