Commissioner's End of Year Message

Monday, December 30,2019

As the year closes I reflect on 12 months of hard work and success achieved by the officers and staff of the Bermuda police service. I am also pleased that there are lesser times I am referred to as the ‘new commissioner’ not least as I have made Bermuda my home as much as my work place. I am so proud of what the BPS have delivered, not least as much is unknown to the public. Indeed that should be the case as I am believer in preventing crime rather than sorting things when they have gone wrong. Prevention means fewer victims, greater public safety as well as increased community confidence and that is our primary business. Top of that list is protecting life and this year has seen the absence of homicide, particularly involving firearms and a continuing fall in road related deaths, whilst the thoughts and prayers of the BPS remain with those families who have lost loved ones.

Hamilton Princess Provides Christmas Dinner to Police Officers Working Christmas Day

Saturday, December 28,2019

A very special thank you to Mr. Tim Morrison and his team at the Hamilton Princess, Bermuda! The centrally located hotel provided Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, for on duty police officers working during Christmas Day. See more photos on the Bermuda Police Service Facebook page!

Ronniko Burchall Murder Appeal

Monday, December 23,2019

The 29th December will mark the one-year anniversary of the murder of Mr. Ronniko Burchall. Mr. Burchall was at the St. David’s Cricket Club on the 28th December 2018, and was shot whilst he was attempting to get on his motorbike in the parking lot. Ronniko succumbed to his gunshot wounds at 4:12p.m. on Sunday the 30th December 2019 and a murder investigation commenced. Within an hour of Ronniko’s death a man was taken into police custody and three other men were arrested in connection with his murder bringing the total number of men arrested to four.

Sudden Death of 75 Year Old Elliott Van Putten

Wednesday, December 18,2019

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 75 year old Mr. Elliott Van Putten and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. Mr. Van Putten was found in an unresponsive state by a member of the public around 8:10pm Monday, December 16th inside a public bathroom at the Hamilton Docks, located near the junction of Front Street and Court Street in the City of Hamilton.

Sudden Death of 75 Year Old Man

Tuesday, December 17,2019

At around 8:10 tonight, police received a call about an unresponsive male having been found inside a public bathroom at the Hamilton Docks, Court and Front Streets in Pembroke. An on call doctor pronounced the 75 year old male dead a short time later. There is no evidence of foul play at this time.

Renewed Witness Appeal: Paul Johnson Murder Investigation Still Active

Monday, December 16,2019

The Bermuda Police Service reminds the public that the investigation into the murder of Paul Johnson is still an active enquiry. Paul Johnson was shot to death at approximately 3:00am on Monday December 10th, 2018, as he arrived at his residence located on Rambling Lane, Pembroke. Paul Johnson had been at a party at the former Grand Bar on Church Street and left with friends in a car and later rode home on his motorcycle.

Police Officer Arrested, Suspended From Duty Pending Investigation

Monday, December 16,2019

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) have reported a police officer was arrested today for a corruption related offence. The Commissioner of Police, Stephen Corbishley, stated: "Following the report of a serious criminal matter a BPS officer has been arrested today.

Temporary Closure Order Issued to Southampton Rangers Sports Club

Friday, December 13,2019

Following a disturbance at Southampton Rangers Sports Club that occurred around 8:30pm Sunday, December 8th – involving several individuals and resulting in the arrest of one man – the Bermuda Police Service has exercised its authority under the Liquor Licence Act 1974 Section 47B to close Southampton Rangers Sports Club from 10pm Saturday, December 14th until 10pm Sunday, December 15th. Acting Superintendent Hashim Estwick of the Tactical Policing Division issued the 24 hour temporary closure order Thursday, December 12th.

Police Officer Injured Issuing Parking Ticket Treated & Discharged [Updated]

Thursday, December 12,2019

The Bermuda Police Service is investigating an incident which resulted in an officer having to be taken to hospital for treatment. The incident occurred shortly after three this afternoon on Reid Street outside of Phoenix stores. The officer was in the process of issuing a parking ticket to a male driver who reportedly attempted to drive off and struck the officer resulting in her having to be taken to hospital for treatment to injuries sustained during the incident.

Renewed Warning About Circulating Defamatory Social Media Messages

Friday, December 06,2019

The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a social media message circulating that incorrectly links a specific Customs officer to the recent arrest of a 41 year old man in relation to an ongoing investigation by law enforcement authorities in Canada. For the record, the ongoing investigation does not involve the individual whose profile photo is being circulated.

BPS Aware of Social Media Post About Unknown Man Following Young Girl

Thursday, December 05,2019

The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a social media post circulating online from a concerned mother about an unknown man saying hello to and following her daughter. Apparently the incident occurred around 4pm Wednesday, December 4th as the young girl walked to the Youth Library in the City of Hamilton.

Person of Interest: Chet Wilmot [Updated]

Thursday, December 05,2019

The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Chet Wilmot. Mr. Wilmot is wanted in connection with an ongoing investigation.Mr. Wilmot is between five foot six inches and five foot eight inches tall, light brown complexion and of medium build, weighing about one hundred and sixty pounds.He has salt and pepper hair worn in a low cut. Mr. Wilmot is known to frequent the Farm Lane and St. Mary’s Road areas of Warwick. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Chet Wilmot is asked to contact the police Criminal Investigations Unit on 247-1744, the main police line on 295-0011 or the confidential Crime Stoppers number on 800-8477. Update: Tuesday, December 10th - The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating 57 year old Chet Wilmot. Mr. Wilmot, a person of interest in an ongoing investigation, has made contact with police.

Secret Shopper Scam & Money Laundering

Wednesday, December 04,2019

The Bermuda Police Service wishes to advise that members of the public who participate in the so called Mystery Shopper Scam may be engaging in money laundering activity. An act that is illegal and could result in jail time and or hefty fines. Money laundering is defined under sections 43-45 of the Proceeds of Crime Act as the offence of knowingly concealing, or assisting the acquisition of criminal property.

Two Police Officers Arrested & Suspended From Duty

Monday, December 02,2019

Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley – As you are aware, two police officers have been arrested and suspended pending the outcome of an ongoing investigation. Details of that investigation cannot be revealed at this time, as the matter may go before the courts. That notwithstanding, I note that any person subject of a criminal allegation is entitled to defend themselves accordingly and they are innocent until proven otherwise.

Mystery Shopper Scam / Secret Shopper Scam Still Deceiving Residents

Thursday, November 28,2019

The Bermuda Police Service continues to advise residents to be wary of the mystery shopper scam, also known as the secret shopper scam. Despite previous warnings, members of the public are still being deceived by the offer of easy money. The scam entices local social media users by offering employment as a mystery / secret shopper that allegedly has the potential to earn thousands of dollars by completing simple tasks – such as purchasing certain items, then reporting back on their shopping experience.

Upcoming Road Sobriety Checkpoints in 7 Parishes

Thursday, November 28,2019

The Bermuda Police Service would like to advise the public that the next series of road sobriety checkpoints (as specified in the Official Gazette Notice Wednesday, November 27th) will be conducted starting Friday, December 6th. The checkpoints will be in effect in Hamilton parish, Smith’s parish, Devonshire, Pembroke, Paget, Warwick and Southampton on Friday, December 6th, Saturday, December 7th and Sunday, December 8th.

Aggravated Burglary at Warwick Home: 64 Year Old Male Resident Stabbed

Wednesday, November 20,2019

At approximately 4:25 this morning, Wednesday November 20, 2019, police received a 911 call that a sixty-four year old male was stabbed during a break in at his Westering Lane Warwick residence. Upon arrival police were informed the victim was asleep in his living room when he was awakened by a noise and found an unknown male in the room with him.

Canadian Man Appears in Magistrates' Court on Fraud Related Charges

Tuesday, November 19,2019

Canadian National, Christopher Gosselin McMeel, appeared in Magistrates' Court this morning faced with eight (8) fraud related charges. Mr. McMeel was charged with one count of possession of equipment used in making false credit cards, as well as seven counts of possession of false credit cards. These seven counts pertained to seven of the 31 cards, which had inconsistent data on the magnetic strip.

Reported Missing Teen: 14 Year Old Destiny Winters [Located]

Tuesday, November 19,2019

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 14 year old Destiny Winters. The teen was last seen in the Middle Road, Smith’s parish area around 6:30pm Monday, November 18th wearing a grey long sleeved hooded top, black short tights and Nike slippers. She is described as approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall of medium build, with shoulder length curly hair and is known to frequent the Fentons Drive, Parsons Road, St. Augustine Hill, Middle Town and One Way Deepdale areas of Pembroke. There is concern for Destiny’s wellbeing and so far efforts by police officers to locate her have been unsuccessful. Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of 14 year old Destiny Winters is encouraged to call the main police telephone number 295-0011 at the earliest opportunity. Update: The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating 14 year old Destiny Winters. She was found safe and well this afternoon (Tuesday, November 19th) at the City of Hamilton bus terminal.

Four Officers Promoted: Two to Sergeant & Two to Inspector

Tuesday, November 19,2019

The Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley is pleased to announce the promotions of Sergeant Alex Rollin and Sergeant Derek Berry to the rank of Inspector and the promotions of Constable Krishna Singh and Constable Mark Monk to the rank of Sergeant. All four were promoted by Commissioner Corbishley in front of the Minister of National Security the Hon. Wayne Caines, family, friends and colleagues at a ceremony held in the Police Recreation Club hall, Prospect Devonshire 4:30pm today (November 18th).