# Call for Hate Crime Laws in Bahamas | Bahamas News

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Podcast: [Bahamas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bahamas-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7872349)
Published: 2026-07-15T18:09:09+00:00
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Alexus D’Marco is pushing for hate crime laws in the Bahamas, citing recent killings—possibly fueled by prejudice—that remain unclassified under current law. She warns that without specific legislation, violence against LGBTQ+ individuals may not be investigated with the same urgency, pointing to troubling past cases where bias may have been overlooked or even legally justified. Attorney General Wayne Munroe disputes the need, arguing existing homicide laws cover all victims equally and that no murders he’s seen were motivated by sexual orientation. Yet D’Marco insists the data and community fears demand action, highlighting unsolved cases and recent deaths to underscore the urgency for legal protections against bias-motivated violence. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b74df55aace4b965

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