Shanta Knowles

Shanta Knowles

police commissioner Bahamas

Shanta Knowles is the newly appointed police commissioner, recognized for her leadership role in addressing crime and safety issues within her community. She has taken on the significant responsibility of guiding law enforcement efforts amidst rising concerns about violence.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
20,999
Power
694$
Sentiment
6.20
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Bahamas 5 6.20 4.85% +10% 393,248 20,999 $13,000 694$
Totals 5 393,248 20,999 $13,000 694$
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Recent Mentions

Bahamas Bahamas: Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles opened the workshop with enforcement statistics from Operation Tidal Wave. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Jet ski operators banned from riding with guests

Bahamas Bahamas: Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles said both matters are still pending before the Tribunal. 6

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Tribunal yet to rule on officers in bribery and ‘stool’ incidents

Bahamas Bahamas: Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles unveiled statistics regarding domestic violence and serious crime matters. 6

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: ‘Alarming’ 26 child sex cases logged at Bahamas Crisis Centre

Bahamas Bahamas: Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles said two police officers are facing disciplinary proceedings after a viral video appeared to show an officer attempting to solicit a bribe. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Two officers face disciplinary tribunal over bribery claims

Bahamas Bahamas: Shanta Knowles, the Police Commissioner, reported a significant decrease in crime across The Bahamas in 2025. 9

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Murders plummet 31% as major crime hits record lows

Bahamas Bahamas: A sustained decline would be welcomed by Commissioner Shanta Knowles, who assumed leadership of the Royal Bahamas Police Force last December. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Country may hit lowest non-covid murder count in over a decade

Bahamas Bahamas: Commissioner of Police Shanta Knowles said she hopes to see an all-female recruit squad join the Royal Bahamas Police Force soon. 8

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Police commissioner hopes to see all-female recruit squad join police force