Motorcyclist Admitted Into ICU After Collision With Car Sunday Evening
Wed, 2022-10-05
Around 7:40pm Sunday, 2nd October 2022, a reported collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred at the junction of Montpelier Road and Happy Valley Road in Devonshire.
It appears that a motorcyclist was travelling north along Montpelier Road and a car was being driven in the opposite direction along Montpelier Road when the car driver, said to be a 64-year-old Devonshire man, attempted to turn right on to Happy Valley Road.
As a result the vehicles collided at the junction and the rider, said to be a 38-year-old Sandys parish man, was seriously injured.
He was rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance and admitted into the Intensive Care Unit.
The car driver was not hurt. However his front seat passenger, said to be a 60-year-old Devonshire woman, apparently sustained cuts to her face.
Traffic was diverted for approximately three hours while the scene was processed.
Inquiries continue and any witnesses are encouraged to call 211 or e-mail 211@bps.bm as soon as possible.
Read More39-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 11 Years’ Imprisonment for Sexual Assault
Tue, 2022-10-04
Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Nicholas Pedro – “The Bermuda Police Service welcomes the sentence in the Supreme Court today (Tuesday, 4th October 2022), in a case where a man seriously sexually assaulted a woman in Pembroke on 20th September, 2020.
The woman had been walking to work in the Fairylands area of Pembroke on that day, when she was approached by a male on a cycle who proceeded to sexually assault her in the early hours of the morning.
Detectives from our Vulnerable Persons Unit responded to the matter, and having built a good rapport with the woman, were able to progress lines of enquiry that led to the identification, arrest, and charging of the suspect in this case.
Ronald Kirkland Simmons, now 39 years old, from Pembroke, was arrested by detectives following specific evidence obtained in the case, six days after the assault.
In the Supreme Court today, Simmons was sentenced to 11 years’ imprisonment.
We are acutely aware of the trauma, and stigma(s) attached to any incident of sexual assault, and are very grateful that we could help bring this dangerous offender to justice.
Hopefully the woman who was subjected to this incident of sexual assault will take some measure of comfort from this result, and be able to continue her healing journey.
We are keen to assist, support, and help any person who may have been sexually assaulted.
If you have questions, or would like to talk to one of our trained professionals about a sexual assault, please contact the Vulnerable Persons Unit on 247-1739 or 211. We are here to help.”
Third Quarter 2022 Road Traffic Collision Figures
Mon, 2022-10-03
Traffic collisions in the 3rd quarter of 2022 were significantly reduced, when compared with 3rd quarter figures for the three years prior.
Between July and September of this year, there were 264 road traffic collisions. For the corresponding three months of 2021, there were 352 such incidents. In 2020 the third quarter figure stood at 315 and in 2019, 384.
Robert Cardwell – Chief Inspector, Tactical Support Division, said: “This represents a marked reduction in road traffic collisions. Reflecting on 2nd quarter collision numbers, for 2022 they edged up slightly over 2021. However, for the first quarter of 2022, the number was lower than the same period in 2021 as was the 4th quarter of 2021, when compared with the years 2020 and 2019.”
The Chief Inspector added: “We attribute collision reductions to the hard work of our officers in progressing Operation Vega. That notwithstanding, we still find speeding offences to be the most prominent offence reported. We also attribute many of these collisions to speed. We continue to encourage Bermuda to slow down on the roads. Unfortunately, Impaired driving also remains prevalent on our roads. In the 1st quarter of 2022, twenty-eight drivers were arrested for impaired. In the 2nd quarter fifty-one drivers were arrested and in the 3rd quarter 70. That is 149 impaired drivers arrested in 2022 so far.”
When impaired your, ability to accurately perceive what is going on around you is severely hindered, your reaction time slows down, your mental capacity is affected, your coordination is thrown off and motor skills become diminished thus increasing your chances of being involved in a collision.
Mr Cardwell added: “Drivers should also consider that operating a vehicle whilst impaired, threatens not only their lives but also to the lives of any passengers in their vehicle. Not to mention, the lives of other road users.”
Appearing before the courts, anyone charged with impaired driving can expect a fine of one thousand dollars as well as to be banned from operating a vehicle for 18 months.
In order to help prevent road traffic collisions, the public is reminded:
1. Do not operate a vehicle whilst impaired by alcohol or drugs.
2. Avoid using mobile devices when operating a vehicle.
3. When operating a vehicle, look well ahead for hazards, brake lights and turn signals.
4. Always maintain sufficient distance between you and the vehicle in front so that you have enough room to stop safely.
5. Observe the speed limit.
6. Obey road traffic signs.
7. Ensure your vehicle is in good working order.
Criminal Records / Vetting Office Change of Hours Friday, 30th September
Wed, 2022-09-28
Please be advised that there's a minor shift in opening hours for our Criminal Records / Vetting Office located at the Dame Lois Browne-Evans Building, Court Street, Hamilton.
On Friday, September 30th, 2022, opening hours will be 9:00am-9:45am and 12:45pm – 4:00pm.
We apologise in advance for any inconvenience and assure the public that normal opening hours for this office will resume on Monday, October 3rd, 2022.
Sudden Death in St. David's
Wed, 2022-09-28
Around 8:30 pm on Tuesday, September 27th 2022, police received reports of an unresponsive male in a punt at the St. David’s Variety wharf.
Officers attended the scene and administered CPR until the arrival of EMTs who took over.
There has so far, been no indication of foul play or, suspicious circumstances involved.
However, the investigation into this matter is ongoing.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call the police reporting number 211 or, the main police line, 295-0011.
Operation Kagera: Man Arrested, Quantity of Suspected Drugs Seized
Thu, 2022-09-22
On Tuesday, September, 20th, police officers executed a search warrant in support of Operation Kagera.
The operation was conducted by officers of the Tactical Operations Division. A quantity of suspected cocaine, heroin and fentanyl, along with drug paraphernalia were seized.
A male suspect was arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply, as well as other offences in connection with this ongoing operation.
Inspector Shakisha Minors of the Tactical Unit stated, “The use of these drugs can have serious effects including, permanent physical health damage, addiction and possible overdose death."
Anyone with information on any individual engaged in the sale of these serious harmful drugs or, any illicit items, is strongly encouraged to contact the Bermuda Police Service on 295-0011, the non-emergency contact centre on 211 or the confidential Crime Stoppers number 800-8477.
Motorcyclist Chases Car Driver From Devonshire to City of Hamilton: Witnesses Sought
Tue, 2022-09-20
Police are investigating an incident which occurred shortly after 8:00 p.m. on Monday, 19th September, 2022, on South Road near Devonshire Bay.
The incident involved a single rider on a motorcycle pursuing a silver coloured motorcar, east on South Road towards Collectors Hill then back west on South Road to Trimmingham Hill.
The pursuit continued over Trimmingham Hill on to East Broadway then up Spurling Hill to Reid Street and on to Court Street.
It ended near the junction of Parliament and Church Streets when the cycle rode away.
The cycle is described as a dark step though motorcycle.
The rider was a black male wearing a face mask/bandana with a skull print, a dark coloured helmet and a black and white Tee-shirt.
Police are particularly interested in speaking with a taxi operator who was driving his taxi in the area of Spurling Hill, and may have had to take evasive action as a result of this incident.
Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or has any information on it, is asked to call 211 or the Duty Sergeant at the Hamilton Police Station at 295-0011.
Witness Appeal After Two Injured During Altercation at Warwick Camp
Sun, 2022-09-18
Shortly before 11:00 a.m. today, Sunday, September 18th, 2022, police received a number of reports of an altercation involving several individuals during a private event at the Royal Bermuda Regiment Headquarters, Warwick Camp, South Road, Warwick.
A 35-year-old male sustained non-life-threatening stab wounds to the leg during the incident.
A 62-year-old female was left with swelling to her head as well as bruising to her arms and legs.
Both victims were attended to by EMTs at the scene and transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for further treatment.
An investigation into this matter has now commenced and anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Seymour Foote on 717-2282. You may also call 211, the main police number, 295-0011 or Crime Stoppers on 800-8477.
Alternatively, we urge you to provide the information to a police officer with whom you are familiar.
Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have recorded video of the incident.
Man Hospitalised With Serious Head Injury Identified, Inquiries Ongoing
Sat, 2022-09-17
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now identify the man hospitalised with a potentially life threatening head injury as 62-year-old Randall Walker.
At last check, Mr. Walker remained in the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit.
Around 1pm Thursday, 15th September 2022, a member of the public reported finding the 62-year-old lying on the ground with a head wound outside a Pembroke Park Lane residence.
He had apparently fallen from a wall at the Pembroke property.
Inquiries continue regarding the circumstances of this incident and members of the public with any information – in particular, those with knowledge of Mr. Walker’s whereabouts in the hours prior to 1pm Thursday – are once again urged to come forward.
Please contact Detective Inspector Clifford Roberts on 717-0590, 247-1744, e-mail croberts2@bps.bm or call 211.
Any information received by the BPS will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
Alternatively, tips can be provided to the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-8477.
BPS Representative to Attend Her Majesty’s State Funeral
Fri, 2022-09-16
The Bermuda Police Service, (BPS), will be represented at the State Funeral for Her Majesty the Queen.
Inspector Derrick Golding will take part in ceremonial duties during the State Funeral.
Acting Deputy Commissioner Martin Weekes explained: “It all came about after an invitation was received from Sir Mark Rowley, Commissioner of The Metropolitan Police in London, for all British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies to each send a representative officer to the UK to take part in Ceremonial Duties.
Inspector Golding was selected by the BPS’ Senior Leadership Team to represent Bermuda at this prestigious occasion. Inspector Golding, recently promoted to the rank of Inspector was Guard Commander at the Proclamation Ceremony Parade on Front Street to mark the Ascension of King Charles III this past weekend.”
Inspector Golding is a former BPS Drill Sergeant and was the Baton of Honour recipient on his Recruit Foundation Course. He has represented the BPS on numerous parades and other Ceremonial functions since joining the Service as a Cadet in 2004.
