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Police Comissioner: Court Rulling Prompts Review Of Use of Force

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Following a coroner’s court ruling that a fatal police shooting was murder, the RBPF plans to introduce non-lethal weapons and reinforce responsible use-of-force policies.

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11 months ago

August 18, 2025

Delvardo Emmanuel

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Royal Bahamas Police Force is considering adding non-lethal weapons to its arsenal following a coroner’s court ruling that the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Dino Bain last December was homicide by murder.

Commissioner Shanta Knowles says the decision has prompted discussions on the use of force and the importance of restraint, judgment, and justifiable force policies for officers.

Reserve Constable Franklyn Armbrister, accused of fatally shooting Bain, who was unarmed, just one day before his 28th birthday, is now in custody.

While acknowledging that officers sometimes face life-or-death split-second decisions, Knowles emphasizes training, accountability, and safer community practices.

Dino Bain’s mother, Marva Bain, commented on the ruling, and the commissioner says the policy changes are not expected to undermine officer confidence, with non-lethal measures set to be implemented starting September 9th.