Welcome to the Barbados Crime Blog — your resource for tracking violent crime in Barbados. In addition to regular updates on recent incidents, here are three key resources: REMEMBER: My data and stats are unofficial. I compile and analyze what is reported by mainstream media publications (e.g. The Nation, Barbados Today, Starcom, CBC, et cetera)
Read More Start Here: Barbados Homicide Database + In-Depth Crime AnalysisAt the end of July 2025, Barbados had recorded at least 3 homicides between between the beginning of the month and the end of the month. For the year so far, i.e., January 1 to July 31, the island has had at least 31 homicides. Disclaimer: My count and analysis are based solely on media reports,…
Read More Barbados Homicide Statistics January to July 2025Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on July 27th in The Garden, St. James, leaving one man with minor injuries and causing significant damage to a home. Residents reported hearing multiple gunshots, followed by a rapid police response. The injured man was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital by private vehicle, treated, and later…
Read More Shooting in The Garden, St. JamesTwo men were injured in a shooting that disrupted a social event in Haynesville, St. James around 9:40 PM last night (July 26th). Both victims were taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and are in stable condition. Reports indicate they were ambushed by at least two masked gunmen who fled the scene on foot. Police…
Read More Two Injured in Haynesvill Shooting During Social EventOne man was killed and three others seriously injured in a late-night shooting in Scarborough, Christ Church, directly in front of the Oistins Police Station. The incident occurred around 11:00 PM on Saturday, and police have since cordoned off the area for investigation. This marks Barbados’ 31st homicide for the year.Source: Starcom Network
Read More Homicide #31: Fatal Shooting Outside Oistins Police StationShopkeeper and chef Oniecka Paul Forde was violently assaulted at her Spooners Hill, St. Michael food store on Monday (July 21) after confronting a customer over a torn $100 bill. She suffered multiple bruises, particularly to her neck, but remains determined to continue her business. The attacker has been charged with assault, causing bodily harm,…
Read More Shopkeeper Brutally Attacked in St. MichaelAccording to an article on the Starcom Network News website, the Barbados Police Service destroyed just over 150 illegal firearms today (the second time they have done so for the year I believe). The image above was included in the article. Not being a gun expert, I uploaded that article to ChatGPT and asked it…
Read More 153 Illegal Firearms Destroyed in Police OperationFollowing an apparent increase in carjackings, the UK Government has updated their travel advice for Barbados. The update relates to their ‘Safety and security’ page and includes the risk of carjacking. See screenshot of email below (note: anyone can subscribe to these emails):
Read More UK Government updates Barbados travel adviceAre We Really Heading for 150 Murders? Recently, someone claimed on a popular social media platform that Barbados would see 150 murders by the end of 2025. This person also believed that this prediction is somehow linked to the country becoming a republic in 2021. That’s a interesting statement — but does the data support…
Read More 150 Murders in Barbados by Year-End? Let’s Do the MathA man was shot last night (July 15) in Weekes Land, Goodland St. Michael. According to NationNews, he was closing up his shop when the shooting occurred. He succumbed to his injuries at the QEH this morning. More details as they become available. Source: NationNews
Read More Homicide #30: Man succumbs to Goodland ShootingA man was seriously injured in a shooting around 12:15 p.m. on Sunday (July 13) in Eden Lodge, St. Michael. According to reports, a vehicle pulled up beside the victim, and one occupant exited and opened fire before fleeing. Police and medical personnel responded quickly, and the victim was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital,…
Read More Man injured in Eden Lodge Shooting