The US Embassy in Nassau, after a number of sexual harassment of the Bahamas, Jet Ski operators, gave a new security signal for American citizens who visited the beach strike point.
Newsweek He contacted the embassy for commentary outside the regular working hours.
Why is it important
In 2023, according to the Ministry of Tourism, more than 7.2 million people visited the Bahamas, a large part of these travelers
The new warning from the US Embassy is coming from the state department a week Updated level 2 travel consultant for the Bahamas On March 31, criminals “increased with training” due to criminal and dangerous conditions.
As the majority of consultation, Nassau and several fierce crimes, Nassau and Freeport voiced their travelers to the new Providence and Grand Bahama-home.
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What you need to know
The new warning of the US Embassy on April 9, US citizens have a number of events that citizens are raped by jet ski operators from public beaches around Nassau and Paradise Island.
According to the embassy, two American women were reportedly reported in the last month, and three work was reported in 2024. The crimes have occurred in the regions, including Junkanoe Beach, Saunders Beach and cabbage beach.
The perpetrators allegedly placed near the new Providence before attacking the victim islands.
Separately, four Americans were hospitalized after jet ski accidents since August, and demanded that the two US requests urgently
The embassy is forbidden to rent or use jet skis in the new providence of government workers in the US government.
Last month the US State Department Updated advice for the countryemphasize the increase in violent crimes, including armed robbery and sexual assault.
Nassau “in the” neighborhood “on the” neighborhood of “” Special concerns for areas with experienced gangs are noted.
Travelers were also warned that the beaches in the central beaches in the city of Nassau, where he never swim alone and sexually assassinated.
The March Advisor also reminded the travelers about the laws of harsh firearms in the Bahamas. “Travelers with firearms or weapons can face arrest, detention and penalties,” he said.
What do people say
Embassy in the United States in Nassau Recommended in the statement of tourists: “Avoid renting jet skiing in the Bahamas. Be aware of your surroundings. Warn in public toilets near Nassau beaches. Always follow local weather and marine warnings.”
What happens next
Those who traveled in the Bahamas are advised to watch the updates of the US Embassy in the USA Nassau and watch all security recommendations.
