Update on Daquan Williams’ Arrest & St. David’s Shooting Inquiry
Wed, 2021-09-01
Chief Inspector Peter Stableford, Officer in Charge, Serious Crime Unit – “About 9:00pm last evening (Tuesday, 31st August) Daquan Williams handed himself in at Southside Police Station where he was arrested.
We recognise the impact and fear these shootings bring to the community and the Bermuda Police Service is dedicated to ensuring those responsible are brought to justice as soon as possible.
We will always need the assistance of the public and appreciate the response we have received, without which we cannot help bring the closure needed for so many families and victims.
The investigation into last Friday’s shooting in St. David’s continues and we will update further as soon as we are able.”
Read MoreReported Serious Collision Middle Road, Smith’s Parish [Updated]
Wed, 2021-09-01
Around 11:40am today, Wednesday September 1st, police and fellow first responders were dispatched to a reported serious collision at the junction of Middle Road and Jennings Road in Smith’s parish involving a car and a motorcycle.
Early information suggests that the motorcycle was being ridden east along Middle Road and the car was being driven out of Jennings Road when the vehicles collided.
The male motorcyclist was injured and has been transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment.
Apparently he was conscious when he left the scene, but the extent of his injuries is unknown at this time.
The female car driver was not hurt.
Traffic diversions are currently in effect at Verdmont Road and Harrington Sound Road, while the crash site is being processed.
Any witnesses are encouraged to call 211 as soon as possible.
Update: Traffic diversions are no longer in effect and the investigation regarding the circumstances of this reported serious collision continues. Also, no further information regarding the medical condition of the injured male motorcyclist is available at this time. Any witnesses are once again encouraged to call 211 as soon as possible.
Update: Thursday, 2nd September - At last check the injured rider, said to be a 19 year old Hamilton parish man, was recovering in hospital.
He is understood to have a broken collarbone, as well as broken bones in both arms and legs. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
The car driver involved in this collision is said to be a 75 year old Hamilton parish woman. However, the teen motorcyclist was the only person hurt.
Inquiries continue and any witnesses that have not already come forward are now asked to contact Constable Zaakira Lee on 211 or via e-mail zlee@bps.bm.
Sudden Death of Ms. Audrey Astwood
Wed, 2021-09-01
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 68 year old Audrey Astwood of Paget Parish. Ms. Astwood was found in an unresponsive state at the Queen Elizabeth Park around 2:15pm on Tuesday 24th of August 2021.
Police and other first responders were dispatched to the scene, however on arrival, medical personnel determined that there were no signs of life. Death was later certified at the scene by a doctor.
The BPS can also confirm that Ms. Astwood lost control of her motorcycle and collided with parked vehicles, a few hours prior to her passing. However, the collision is not believed to be connected to her death.
The Bermuda Police Service would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Astwood during this difficult time.
St. David's Shooting Update: Two Suspects in Custody, Victim Recovering [Updated]
Mon, 2021-08-30
Chief Inspector Peter Stableford, Officer in Charge, Serious Crime Unit – “About 9:00pm last evening (Tuesday, 31st August) Daquan Williams handed himself in at Southside Police Station where he was arrested.
We recognise the impact and fear these shootings bring to the community and the Bermuda Police Service is dedicated to ensuring those responsible are brought to justice as soon as possible.
We will always need the assistance of the public and appreciate the response we have received, without which we cannot help bring the closure needed for so many families and victims.
The investigation into last Friday’s shooting in St. David’s continues and we will update further as soon as we are able.”
BPS Criminal Records Office & Vetting Office Temporarily Closed [Updated]
Mon, 2021-08-30
Update: Thursday, 2nd September - The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) would like to advise that the Criminal Records Office and Vetting Office has now reopened to walk-in customers.
However in light of current COVID-19 safety precautions, we would like to encourage residents in need of a criminal record check to still submit their request via the following process where possible.
1. Visit the official BPS website and fully complete application SF39.
2. Include all supporting documentation.
3. Provide proof of payment.
4. Before submitting all relevant documentation, please refer to the application guidance notes.
a. If the submission is on behalf of a local registered charity, please refer to these guidance notes as well.
5. Finally, please scan and email the completed paperwork to vetting@bps.bm.
Shooting in St George's Parish
Sun, 2021-08-29
Around 5:35pm on 27th August Police and first responders attended Orange Hole Road, St David’s to a report of a shooting. On arrival, it was ascertained that a 22 yr old St. George’s man had been shot multiple times. He was conveyed to KEMH for treatment of his injuries and the status of his condition is not known at this time. This incident took place in broad daylight and there would have been residents about the area. Anyone who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously in the area, is encouraged to contact police on 211 or the confidential Crime Stoppers number 800-8477.
Thefts From Boats
Wed, 2021-08-25
"The Bermuda Police Service along with the Bermuda Coast Guard, are seeking the assistance of the public following a recent spate of thefts from boats. The public are asked to report any persons seen acting suspiciously around bays and in the vicinity of moored boats and report the sale of second hand marine equipment that appears to be of a suspicious nature.
It should be noted that it is an offence to purchase stolen property. The location of the thefts have been island wide however, the Paget, Red Hole and Foot of the Lane areas have been the most targeted areas.
Boat owners are encouraged to remove valuable items from their boat and take precautions where possible to secure removable items. Additionally, punts should be secured to a permanent object with a good quality chain and padlock.
It would also be of assistance to the Police if owners would take a picture of their boat and equipment and note serial numbers and identifying marks to aid in their recovery in the event that property is stolen.
Anyone with information regarding stolen boats or marine equipment, is asked to contact Acting Sgt. Linnell Williams of the Bermuda Coast Guard on 294-0610 or 211. Anonymous information can also be passed through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-623-8477."
Sudden Death Queen Elizabeth Park
Wed, 2021-08-25
Around 2:15pm on 24th August, 2021, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of an unresponsive, 68 year old female, in the Queen Elizabeth Park, City of Hamilton.
On arrival, medical personnel determined that there were no signs of life present and death was certified at the scene by the Police Medical Doctor.
The scene was cordoned off by police while it was processed by the Forensic Support Unit.
While enquiries into this sudden death continue, foul play is not suspected at this time.
No further information regarding this matter will be given until the next of kin have been informed.
Person of Interest Appeal
Fri, 2021-08-20
The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 19-year-old Zywonde Lema.
Mr. Lema is a light skinned, black male, approximately 5’ 3” in height, slim built, clean shaven and wears his hair in a high top fade.
He is known to frequent the Peat Lane, Pembroke area as well as Cedar Hill in Warwick, and Camp Hill, Southampton.
Mr. Lema is a person of interest to police.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Acting Detective Inspector, Dean Martin, on 717-2074, via e-mail dmartin@bps.bm or, the Serious Crime Unit on 247-1739.
Serious Collision Witness Appeal
Thu, 2021-08-12
Around 11:30pm on Sunday 8th August 2021, and other first responders were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision along Crow Lane near the North Roundabout.
Information suggests that the a 41-yr-old man was travelling in an easterly direction, when he collided with a pole as he attempted to negotiate a bend.
The victim was transported to KEMH for treatment of his injuries, which are described as being very serious.
Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this accident, to call Acting Sgt. LeRoma Swan on 247-1454 or 717-0708.
