Reported Stabbing

Sunday, June 14,2015

At a few minutes after 7pm, police responded to a report of an incident that took place on Church Street in the area of City Hall. It appears that two males got into an altercation resulting in one of those males brandishing a bladed article and stabbing a 54 year old man. The victim was taken to the hospital, where he was treated for injuries which are not believed to be life threatening.

Reported Stolen Vehicles Overnight

Saturday, June 13,2015

In apparently separate incidents, two vehicles were reported stolen overnight. In Paget, it appears that a black Chevrolet Spark bearing license plate number 30382 was removed from outside a White Sands Road residence sometime between 10pm Friday, June 12th and 5am Saturday, June 13th.

Reported Serious Collision in Sandys Parish

Saturday, June 13,2015

Around 7:55am on Saturday, June 13th first responders were dispatched to a reported serious collision on Malabar Road in Sandys parish just west of Watford Bridge. It appears that a motorcycle being ridden out of Dockyard collided with the curb. The injured male rider was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment; however at this time the extent of his injuries is unknown.

Policing for National Heroes’ Day Holiday Weekend

Thursday, June 11,2015

Chief Inspector Calvin Smith – This year the National Heroes’ Day holiday weekend celebration will feature some new and exciting additions to the calendar of activities, with approximately 18 different events across the Island over the long weekend. These events will be held island-wide from Dockyard to St. George’s over a four day period starting tomorrow.

St. George's Butterfield Bank Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested

Tuesday, June 09,2015

The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a 39 year old St. George’s man has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery that took place today at Butterfield Bank in St. George's and the investigation into the incident is ongoing. Police are still appealing for witnesses or anyone with any information to contact police on 295-0011.

Reported Armed Robbery at Butterfield Bank in St. George's

Tuesday, June 09,2015

Around 12:05pm on Tuesday, June 9th police officers responded to a reported robbery in progress at the Butterfield Bank branch in St. George's. It appears that the suspect, described as a black male, approximately 5'10" tall of slim build wearing a red hooded top, black pants and white gloves, entered the bank brandishing what appeared to be a firearm and demanded money. He then fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Official Launch of 135th Anniversary Police Book

Friday, June 05,2015

Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva - The Bermuda Police Force was created by an Act of Parliament on 1st October 1879. We celebrated our 135th anniversary during Police Week 2014 with a host of activities that acknowledged the combined efforts of our government, community and international partners. We honoured our island’s seniors as well as our students, and we hosted the remarkable band of the Royal Bahamas Police Force.

Fifth Road Fatality for 2015: Troy Hewey

Sunday, May 24,2015

On Saturday, May 23rd at 10:55pm 50 year old Troy Hewey died as a result of injuries received in the road traffic collision that took place at 8am on Friday on Middle Road in Southampton. The Bermuda Police Service would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased and an investigation into the death of Mr. Hewey is underway. Police would like to speak with anyone who saw the collision and encourage any witnesses to please contact police on 295-0011.

Policing for 2015 Heritage Day Holiday Weekend

Thursday, May 21,2015

Superintendent Darrin Simons – Good Morning. The Bermuda Police Service wishes to take this opportunity to advise the public on a number of matters to ensure a peaceful and safe time during this year’s Heritage Day holiday weekend. The purpose of this press conference is to share with the community the general policing plan. As you are aware, this weekend marks the unofficial start to summertime activities on the water. Therefore, along with the Bermuda Reserve Police, there will be a visible law enforcement presence on our waterways.

Sudden Death of American Visitor Swimming Near Watford Bridge

Thursday, May 21,2015

Around 3:45pm Wednesday, May 20th first responders were dispatched to report of a 52 year old American visitor encountering difficulty while swimming in the waters near Watford Bridge in Sandys parish. It appears that the 52 year old, believed to be from California, was initially aboard the local pleasure boat ‘Aristocat’.

Sudden Death at Paradise Lakes

Tuesday, May 19,2015

Marine police attended a report of a serious incident that took place a few minutes after 6pm on Long Island, commonly referred to as Paradise Lakes. It appears that five individuals were on a 15 foot open boat when a 25 year old Dominican guest worker ran into difficulty whilst he was swimming. He was taken out of the water by two individuals who were with him and marine police then took the man to Darrell’s Wharf where he was met by the ambulance.

37 West Pembroke Primary Students Graduate G.R.E.A.T. Programme

Friday, May 15,2015

This morning (Friday, May 15th) 37 West Pembroke Primary School students officially graduated from the G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education And Training) programme at their school and received certificates commemorating the accomplishment from Senator and Junior National Security Minister Jeffrey Baron as well as Constables Marlon Cann and Adrian Haynes, representing the Bermuda Police Service Community Action Team. The West Pembroke P6 student graduates are:

G.R.E.A.T. Participants at West Pembroke Primary Positively Affected

Saturday, May 09,2015

On Friday, May 8th 2015 seven West Pembroke Primary School students – Te’syay-Machle’, Adrian Trott, Jayden Williams-Woodley, Zanaeyah Pratt, JehZiyh Rawlins, Alaiyah Hayward and Tyger Smith – stood in front of their morning assembly and read short essays explaining what they learned from participating in the G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education And Training) programme at their school.

Tackling Injury & Death On Our Roads – Awareness & Enforcement

Thursday, May 07,2015

Chief Inspector Nicholas Pedro - As many of you will no doubt be aware, four Bermudians tragically lost their lives on Bermuda’s roads already this year (2015). In the years 2013-2014, 25 Bermudians lost their lives – meaning that in the preceding 29 months, 29 persons have lost their lives by way of road traffic collisions. This is an average of one death a month.

Man Injured in Apparent Stabbing Outside Woody's Sports Bar

Saturday, May 02,2015

Around 6pm on Saturday, May 2nd first responders were dispatched to a reported disturbance at Woody's Sports Bar in Sandys parish.It appears that an altercation took place outside the premises where one man was stabbed.The victim, believed to be a 19 year old male, has been taken to hospital for treatment; however the extent of his injury is unknown at this time.

1 Year On, Appeal Continues for Missing Canadian Visitor William Grange

Saturday, May 02,2015

Detective Inspector Mark Clarke – Saturday, May 2nd 2015 marks one year since Canadian visitor Mr. William ‘Bill’ Grange went missing from the Cambridge Beaches Resort in Sandys parish.As you will recall Mr. Grange, a 67 year old white male from Ontario, was reported missing around 10pm Friday, May 2nd 2014.

Investigation Into Year’s Fourth Road Fatality Continues

Monday, April 20,2015

Chief Inspector Na’imah Astwood - On behalf of the Bermuda Police Service I would first like to express our condolences to the family and friends of La-Nae Woodley. Our thoughts and prayers are with them in these very trying times. Our thoughts are also with the 24 year old female passenger who is recuperating from her injuries at this time.

Fourth Road Fatality for 2015: La-Nae Woodley

Saturday, April 18,2015

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 22 year old La-Nae Woodley and extends condolences to her family and friends. At approximately 4:05 Saturday morning first responders attended a report of a road traffic collision that took place at the junction of Middle Road and Cobbs Hill Road in Warwick.

Police Motorcyclists Recovering After Frog Lane Collision

Wednesday, April 15,2015

As a further update, it has since been confirmed that both male officers injured in this morning’s collision on Frog Lane suffered no serious injuries. One officer sustained a broken wrist while the other sustained a broken leg. Each officer also sustained cuts, bruises and abrasions. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this collision continues.

BPS Recognises Passing of Former Constable Rodney Trott

Tuesday, April 14,2015

Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva - On behalf of the officers and staff of the Bermuda Police Service I would like to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of former Police Constable 458 Rodney Trott who passed away on Sunday morning. Rodney and I served together as junior officers in the mid-1980s, and I will always remember his friendly, gentle nature and infectious smile. Rodney served with the BPS between 1984 and 2002 and he was highly regarded for his expertise in the Scenes of Crime Office (now called the Forensic Support Unit). I would like to especially express our sympathies to Rodney’s daughter, Teshae Trott, who is a serving police officer.