Sudden Death of Infant

Monday, February 25,2013

Police and first responders attended a reported medical emergency at a dwelling on Southcourt Avenue in Paget at 9:46 this morning. Upon their arrival it was ascertained that a 4 year old girl was in a non-responsive state. The infant was rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where she was later pronounced dead. No further information will be given until the next of kin has been notified and foul play is not suspected in this incident.

Gunshots Fired in Warwick: No Reported Injuries

Monday, February 25,2013

A few minutes before 8:30pm police responded to reports of gun shots in the Jones Village area of Warwick. Upon police arrival it was forensically confirmed that a firearm was discharged, however no one was injured. Police are appealing to anyone who may have seen anything or anyone acting suspiciously in the area to contact police on 295-0011 or the confidential Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.

Reported Serious Collision in Devonshire

Sunday, February 24,2013

Around 6:15pm on Sunday, February 24th police and first responders attended a reported serious single vehicle motorcycle collision on North Shore Road in Devonshire near the junction with Barkers Hill. The rider, believed to be a 30 year old woman, sustained serious head injuries and was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment. Inquiries into this collision are ongoing and any witnesses are encouraged to contact the Roads Policing Unit on 295-0011.

Selective Traffic Enforcement Programme (STEP)

Sunday, February 24,2013

The Bermuda Police Service, along with our partners in the Road Safety Council and the Transport Control Department, seek to combine education, prevention and enforcement to raise awareness of unsafe driving behaviours and habits. While we appreciate that most road users are law abiding citizens, the photographs we are releasing today illustrate there is still some work to do to encourage the motoring public to change some of its bad driving habits. The Bermuda Police Service has begun to “STEP” up its enforcement of dangerous and unlawful driving on Bermuda’s roads.

Attempted Robbery at Wok Express

Wednesday, February 20,2013

A few minutes after 5:30pm today, a male suspect went to the front counter of the Wok Express on Middle Road in Southampton, brandished what is believed to be a firearm and made demands of money. There was a verbal exchange, however the man left the area without anything being taken or anyone hurt.Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously in the area or anyone who may have any knowledge of this incident to contact the Western Criminal Investigation Unit on 234-1010.

Double Murder Investigation Ongoing

Wednesday, February 13,2013

Detective Chief Inspector Nicholas Pedro - The Bermuda Police Service continues to actively investigate the circumstances of the murders of Mr. Ricco Furbert & Mr. Haile Outerbridge. Whilst we had hoped to obtain a full range of forensic results by the conclusion of the detention period of both suspects, this was not possible. The Bermuda Police Service is reliant on our overseas forensic partners in this process.

Reported Serious Collision in Devonshire

Monday, February 11,2013

Police and first responders attended a report of a serious road traffic collision that took place in the early hours of this morning.It appears that a 33 year old Smith's parish man was riding a motorcycle along Palmetto Road in Devonshire when he collided with a traffic island in the area of Barkers Hill.

Missing Person Amanda Hunt Located Safe

Sunday, February 10,2013

The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating Amanda Hunt. She has made contact with family this evening and is safe.

Missing Person: Amanda Hunt

Saturday, February 09,2013

The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public's assistance in locating 52 year old Amanda Hunt, who was last seen yesterday near the bus stop at Craddock Road in Sandys at 8pm.She is described as 5 feet tall, dark complexioned, with a close short hair cut and of slim build. She was last seen in a black jacket, blouse, jeans and boots.Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Amanda Hunt should call police on 295-0011.

Traffic Advisory: Convening of Parliament

Friday, February 08,2013

The public is advised of the following traffic guidelines for the Convening of Parliament on Friday, February 8th. Road Closures The following road closures will be in effect from 10:30am until approximately 12 noon:

Fatal Industrial Accident Victim Identified

Tuesday, February 05,2013

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 47 year old Millard Bean of Smith’s parish. Around 11:30am on Tuesday, February 5th Mr. Bean was seriously injured in an industrial accident at Morgan’s Point in Sandys parish when a wooden structure fell on him. Mr. Bean was treated at the scene by EMTs before being taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance, where he was later pronounced dead by an on call doctor at 12:25pm. A Family Liaison Officer has been assigned to Mr. Bean’s family to assist them at this tragic time.

Fifth Road Fatality For 2013

Saturday, February 02,2013

Around 6am on Saturday, February 2nd police and first responders attended a reported serious road traffic collision on Frog Lane in Devonshire. It appears that a 29 year old Devonshire man was riding a motorcycle along Frog Lane and collided into barricades in the area. The Devonshire man was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance where he was later pronounced dead. Traffic was diverted away from the area while collision investigators examined the scene. No further information regarding the deceased will be given at this time until the next of kin has been notified. Inquiries into this fatal collision are ongoing.

Fourth Road Fatality For 2013

Friday, February 01,2013

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 31 year old Jason Darrell. Mr. Darrell was seriously injured when the motorcycle he was riding was involved in a collision with another motorcycle and a car at the junction of Harbour Road and Salt Kettle Road in Paget around 5:10pm Saturday, January 26th. Mr. Darrell was in critical condition in the Intensive Care Unit of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital before ultimately succumbing to his injuries earlier this week.

Firearm Suspect Surrenders

Wednesday, January 30,2013

The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that Mr. Christoph Duerr has surrendered at Somerset Police Station this evening.The police would like to thank the public for their assistance in this matter.

Search Continues For Firearm Suspect

Tuesday, January 29,2013

As part of an ongoing proactive police operation to address gun crime, armed officers attended a residence on Seawall Drive, Boaz Island, Sandys Parish at about 11am on Monday 28th January, 2013 to effect a search. As police arrived a man bolted from the residence clutching what is believed to be a firearm. A search to locate the man was commenced. However, he remains at large. Three other persons were arrested at the residence and are in police custody. A quantity of drugs and ammunition was seized from the house.

Double Murder Investigation: Second Man Arrested

Sunday, January 27,2013

A second man has been arrested in connection with the Belvin’s Variety double murder investigation and the Bermuda Police Service is continuing our appeal for persons to come forward and assist the police in bringing these murderers to justice. It is important to note that an arrest does not mean the matter is closed, and we urgently need people to come forward with any information that can assist.

Commissioner’s Town Hall Meeting

Sunday, January 27,2013

The Bermuda Police Service will host a Commissioner's Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, January 31st at 6:30pm in St. Paul’s Centennial Hall at the corner of Court & Victoria Street, Pembroke. This event will give the public an opportunity to hear the current strategies that the police are using to tackle crime as well as ask any questions about policing in our community.

Investigation: Double Murder of Haile Outerbridge & Ricco Furbert

Thursday, January 24,2013

Detective Chief Inspector Nicholas Pedro - At about 9pm on Wednesday 23rd January, 2013, the Bermuda Police Service received 911 calls of two men having been shot inside the Belvin's grocery store located on Happy Valley Road, Pembroke. I can formally confirm that both men succumbed to their injuries as indicated last night by Superintendent Field-Lament and the two victims in this crime are:-

Two Men Fatally Shot at Belvin’s Variety

Thursday, January 24,2013

Around 9pm on Wednesday, January 23rd police officers responded to a confirmed firearm incident at Belvin's Variety store on Happy Valley Road in Pembroke. Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered two injured men inside the store. They were taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where shortly thereafter they were pronounced dead. Members of the Serious Crime Unit are now investigating this double homicide and are appealing for anyone who saw any suspicious activity in the Happy Valley Road, Pembroke area to contact 247-1739 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.

Road Traffic Collision Statistics For 2012

Wednesday, January 23,2013

During 2012 the number of collisions reported to Police has decreased by 6.5% to 1,837 compared to 2011's total of 1,956. This also reflects a decrease over 2010's figure of 2,211. There were 819 injury collisions reported, lower than 2011's figure of 852 and lower than 2010's figure of 832. As a result 951 persons were injured, 645 locals were slightly, 144 seriously, 150 tourists slightly and 12 seriously injured.