Nurse describes horror as american survivors of alleged Bahamas attack seek justice

An 80-year-old Canadian woman suffering from Alzheimer's was reportedly raped by a tourist in the Bahamas, just two weeks before two American women said they were also assaulted. The incident occurred at the Warwick Hotel Paradise Island on Jan. 28. The woman's son, David Ahrens, shared the news to raise awareness for vulnerable travelers. He also launched a GoFundMe page for medical and legal expenses. Homeland Security praised Special Agent Tom Justice for his role in apprehending the suspect. The State Department had recently issued a level two travel advisory for the Bahamas, warning of violent crimes like sexual assaults.

Alarming incidents

The reported rape of the 80-year-old Canadian woman and assaults on two American women have raised concerns about safety for travelers in the Bahamas.

Heightened travel advisory

The State Department's issuance of a level two travel advisory for the Bahamas highlights the risks of violent crimes, particularly sexual assaults, in the country.