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The Barbados Police Service is asking for public assistance in locating missing girl Tannealiah Hoyte. She was last seen on October 19 and was wearing her school uniform. Contact information provided.
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The National Petroleum Corporation (NPC) responds to a fire near their natural gas pipeline in Fairchild and Nelson Streets. Gas supplies have been turned off as a precaution while safety checks are conducted. Limited access is granted to businesses on River Road and Upper Fairchild Street. No immediate threat to public safety.
The Barbados Police Service advises traffic to avoid Fairchild Street due to a suspected gas leak near Freedom Park. Road closures are in effect until further notice.
Breaking news: Fire on Fairchild Street, St Michael, Barbados. Barbados Fire Service and National Petroleum Corporation on the scene. Road closed, a car burnt. Investigation underway.
The trial of Akmal Teril Haynes and Alana Nikita Crystal Nearvay continues in Supreme Court No. 3 as evidence is presented regarding the incident involving the loss of a Glock pistol during a funeral in 2015, as described by former BDF Chief Petty Officer Ryan Selby.
