Laje Franklin Murder Remains Under Investigation Three Years Later

Shortly after 6:30am Wednesday, 6th April 2022, a passer-by found 18-year-old Laje Franklin’s lifeless body with multiple gunshot wounds, lying near the roundabout along the roadway leading to Clearwater Beach, St. David’s.

Detectives believe that the young man was fatally shot near where he was found.

Although one person was initially arrested in connection with the 18-year-old’s murder and later released on police bail, to date no further arrests have been made relating to his killing.

Three years later, this murder investigation remains active.

Detectives are grateful for the assistance received from the public so far and remain confident that there are individuals who have knowledge of the circumstances surrounding Laje Franklin’s murder.

As a result, the appeal is renewed for anyone who heard any suspicious noises, or saw suspicious activity in the area of Tommy Fox Road, or near the Gulfstream residences at Southside, between 11pm Tuesday, 5th April 2022 and the early hours of Wednesday, 6th April 2022, to come forward.

Members of the public that can help bring those responsible to justice are once again encouraged to contact the Serious Crime Unit by calling 247-1739, in confidence.

Specifically, please reach out to Detective Chief Inspector Derricka Burns on 247-1739, or e-mail dburns@bps.bm.

In addition, relevant information can be provided to Acting Detective Inspector Anneka Donawa on 247-1739, or by e-mailing adonawa@bps.bm.

Alternatively, anonymous tips can be shared through the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers Bermuda hotline 800-8477, or their website, www.crimestoppers.bm.