Witness Appeal: Two Motorcycle Collision Near Collector’s Hill
Fri, 2021-08-06
Around 5:50pm Thursday, 5th August 2021 police officers attended a reported two motorcycle collision on South Road in Smith’s parish near Collector’s Hill.
It appears that the rider of a motorcycle travelling east along South Road attempted to turn in to a parking lot near Collector’s Hill Apothecary and was struck from behind by the rider of another motorcycle, causing both vehicles to fall to the ground.
Apparently, the unknown male rider of the second motorcycle spoke briefly to the female rider of the first motorcycle, before riding off.
Read MoreBermuda Reserve Police Career Profile: Constable James Welch
Fri, 2021-08-06
Bermuda Reserve Police (BRP) Career Profile
Civilian Life - Name: James Leon Welch, Jr. BA, M.Ed
Age: 55.
Profession (Day Job): Standards and Enforcement Officer.
Where do you work: Department of Workforce Development, Government of Bermuda.
Why this profession: I never dreamt of being in this profession. My heart has always been in Parks and Recreation, however, I have always used my transferable skills to maintain meaningful employment. This position became available for the first time in 2006 and owing to the skill set that I presented, I became the successful applicant. Having said this, I thoroughly enjoy what I do.
What training did you take for this job (college, specialist training, degrees etc.): Attending college and attaining my undergraduate degree laid the foundation for the skills required to fill this position, however, I believe it was the skills that I developed in graduate school in addition to those that I learned while serving as a Police Constable with the Bermuda Police Service (PC 845) that brought everything into alignment.
Social Media Hoax
Thu, 2021-08-05
The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a social media post falsely claiming the island will be under a stay at home order from Friday August 6th, to Friday September 2nd due to the spread of the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus.
The matter is now under police investigation and we urge that should you receive the misleading message, you delete it and not forward it on.
Again, the information posted is false and you are encouraged to visit www.gov.bm for the latest health updates.
Seventh Road Fatality for 2021: 25-Year-Old Keija Simmons
Thu, 2021-08-05
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm the death of 25-year-old Keija Simmons, Bermuda’s seventh road fatality for 2021, and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Mr. Simmons was seriously injured in a single vehicle motorcycle crash at the top of Scaur Hill on Somerset Road in Sandys parish shortly after midnight Sunday, 1st August 2021.
Despite lifesaving efforts at the scene, which continued as he was rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance, Mr. Simmons later succumbed to his injuries in the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit on Tuesday, 3rd August.
A BPS Family Liaison Officer is providing support to his loved ones at this time.
Constable Dennis Joell is continuing to investigate the circumstances of this fatal collision and members of the public with any relevant information are once again asked to call 717-2221, 211 or the main police number 295-0011. Constable Joell can also be reached via his e-mail djoell@bps.bm.
Two Men Arrested After Altercation Outside Lindo's in Devonshire
Wed, 2021-08-04
Shortly after 5:00 p.m. yesterday, Tuesday 3rd August, police responded to reports of two males fighting in the vicinity of Lindo’s supermarket Devonshire.
One man was reported to be wielding a machete whilst the other was said to be armed with a helmet.
Both men were arrested near the scene and a machete seized.
However, there were no reported injuries.
Police are asking for anyone with information on this incident to please call 211 or the main police number 295-0011.
Jahkobi Smith Murder Witness Appeal
Wed, 2021-08-04
At around 7:15pm on Saturday 29th July, 2017, Jahkobi Smith was fatally stabbed after he was involved in an altercation that took place at the West End Sailboat Club, Sandys. At that time, there was a wake being held for the late Jahcari Francis.
Police and EMTs rendered assistance to Mr. Smith at the scene; however, he was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
On this the fourth anniversary of his death, the Bermuda Police Service is once again appealing for any witnesses to please come forward to help us solve this crime and bring closure to the family of Mr. Smith.
We would like to speak with anyone who may have seen something or heard something, particularly, if you were at the West End Sailboat Club or in the general vicinity, around the time of the incident.
Also, anyone knowing the movements of Jahkobi Smith prior to this incident, is urged to contact Acting Detective Inspector Dean Martin of the Serious Crime Unit on 717-2074 / 247-1739.
You can also provide information to us by contacting the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline anonymously on 800-8477. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
Mr. Martin said, “There is someone out there who knows the person or persons responsible for Mr. Smith’s death. We urge you to come forward and speak with us. You have the option of remaining anonymous by using the Crime Stoppers number.
Remember, that with the assistance of the public we have been able to solve a number of recent serious crimes or have been provided information which has allowed us to make significant progress with investigations into historical crimes. Most recently, the arrest of an accused sex offender.
If you have any information on the murder of Jahkobi Smith, please, reach out to us.”
Bail Conditions Reminder
Wed, 2021-08-04
The Bermuda Police Service wishes to remind individuals who have bail conditions to report and sign in at a police station, are required to adhere to that.
There has been an increase in the number of individuals whom have not been reporting to the police station to sign in as instructed.
Failure to do so may be considered a breach of bail conditions and result in an arrest and further prosecution.
Seventh Road Fatality of 2021
Tue, 2021-08-03
A 25-year-old man has succumbed to injuries sustained in a single vehicle motorcycle crash.
The collision occurred on Scaur Hill, Somerset Road, Somerset, shortly after midnight on Sunday 1st August 2021.
Officers were at the time conducting laser checks in the area of the Port Royal Fire Station when they clocked a motorcycle driven by a male at 79KMH, traveling west.
Officers turned on their emergency lights and followed at a distance, due to the speed at which the rider was travelling.
On arrival at the top of Scaur Hill, they observed the rider appeared to lose control and fell off the bike, which was subsequently found to have been stolen.
The injured man was transported via ambulance for treatment to his injuries and warded in the Intensive Care Unit, at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where sadly, he this morning succumbed to his injuries.
Anyone with information on the collision which led to him being in hospital, is asked to call PC Dennis Joell on 717-2221, the main police number, 295-0011 or, 211.
This marks the island’s seventh road fatality so far this year.
Court Street Shooting: Two Men Injured, Investigation Underway [Updated]
Mon, 2021-08-02
Chief Inspector Peter Stableford (Officer in Charge, Serious Crime Unit) – “Good afternoon everyone. It’s unfortunate again that eight days later, a second shooting here on Court Street. This one has happened at 1:45pm today (Monday, 2nd August).
Two persons have been injured. They are being treated for their injuries at the hospital at the moment.
The hospital is in lockdown. Again, this is the very early stages of this. We’re looking at every option as to what the cause and motives are.
I know everyone likes to speculate as to whether it’s gang related. We just don’t know at this time, but we’re not ruling anything out.
The only information I have at the moment is that it was two persons in dark clothing on a motorcycle; they’ve come along Tills Hill, shot at two males sat on the wall at the side of the road and driven off again.
Anyone that has any information, again – I made this appeal last week – people just aren’t coming forward. People see what happens, but they’re not speaking with us. We need that assistance and the public’s help to target these individuals and to bring these individuals to justice.
Acting Commissioner Simons Addresses Recent Assaults on Police Officers
Mon, 2021-08-02
The return of the Cup Match Classic and the festive mood this brings was a welcomed addition to the summer calendar. Things went pretty smoothly at the game.
In addition to officers arresting a man carrying a suspected firearm (not part of the Somerset motorcade), other incidents over the long holiday weekend required a police response.
Troublingly, the safety of our officers was threatened as they were assaulted by members of the public whilst bravely performing their duty.
This meant officers had to take protective measures for their safety and the safety of others.
