Update: Second Road Fatality for 2012

Friday, June 15,2012

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 37 year old Joseph Footitt. Mr. Footitt, a visitor from London U.K., was pronounced dead at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, June 13th after the rental cycle he was riding collided with a car around 3:35pm that day along Harbour Road in Paget near the junction with Manse Road. His 36 year old wife and pillion passenger, also from London U.K., was treated at the hospital for minor injuries and later released. There were no other injuries reported.

Second Road Fatality for 2012

Wednesday, June 13,2012

Around 3:35pm on Wednesday June 13th, police and first responders were dispatched to a serious road traffic collision on Harbour Road in Paget between the junctions of Manse Road and Chapel Road. It appears that a rental cycle and a car were traveling along Harbour Road when they collided. The rider of the rental cycle, a 37 year old U.K. man was seriously injured and taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance. He subsequently succumbed to his injuries.

Extension: Authorisation to Disperse Groups in Sandys Parish

Wednesday, June 13,2012

The authority that is set to expire at 11:59pm on Wednesday 13th June, 2012 has been extended under the authority of Acting Police Superintendent Sean Field-Lament for an additional one month period. This extension notice & map will appear in both the Royal Gazette and Bermuda Sun newspapers.

Police Acknowledge Supreme Court Ruling in Zegelis Drug Case

Wednesday, June 13,2012

Acting Superintendent Sean Field-Lament - The Bermuda Police Service welcomes the Supreme Court’s ruling and sentencing in the Zegelis case, which will hopefully send a strong message and act as a deterrent. This successful outcome underscores the ongoing partnership between law enforcement agencies both locally and overseas to combat illicit drug activity. We would also like to acknowledge the hard work of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions that diligently brought this matter to a conclusion.

Sudden Death of Misael Guirigay

Wednesday, June 13,2012

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 42 year old Misael Guirigay. Mr. Guirigay, a Philippines national, was discovered in an unresponsive state around 2:30pm on Friday, June 8th at a Southcote Road, Paget residence. He was subsequently pronounced dead at 2:55pm Friday by an on call doctor at the scene. There were no suspicious circumstances reported. An autopsy was conducted on Monday, June 11th and the findings verified that Mr. Guirigay succumbed due to a pre-existing medical condition.

Sudden Death

Friday, June 08,2012

Around 2:30pm on Friday, June 8th police and first responders attended a reported medical emergency at a Southcote Road, Paget residence where a 42 year old man was found in an unresponsive state. He was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene by an on call doctor. There does not appear to be any suspicious circumstances at this time; however an autopsy is anticipated in due course. No further information regarding the deceased will be given at this time.

Investigation Underway Into Dockyard Disturbance

Friday, June 08,2012

At 3:15am on Friday, June 8th 2012, police officers were outside a popular Dockyard night spot when a disturbance took place in the street involving 15-20 persons. Some of those involved were visitors. As a result, additional police units were called to the scene. In the meantime, officers already at the location dispersed the combatants and made one arrest. After interview, that man was released without charge. At this time the Bermuda Police Service has not received a formal complaint regarding this matter. One male visitor was injured, but he did not require hospital treatment. There were no other injuries reported and no weapons were brandished.

Joint Effort in Ducking Stool Park Clean-Up

Thursday, June 07,2012

Central Community Action Team Sergeant Scott Devine - On Wednesday the 6th of June 2012 officers from the Central Community Action Team along with our community partners from the Department of Parks attended the Ducking Stool Park, Pembroke area in response to numerous reports of groups gathering, drinking and causing a general disturbance by their anti-social behavior at that location. [Click photo to enlarge].

Update: Sudden Death of Fredericka Fox

Monday, June 04,2012

Detectives from the Bermuda Police Service Serious Crime Unit are continuing investigations into the death of 41 year old Ms. Fredericka Fox, whose body was found inside the shed of a Point Shares, Pembroke residence, during the early evening hours of Friday 1st June, 2012. An autopsy has been conducted by an overseas forensic pathologist, and the findings have been shared with the family of Ms. Fox. The results of the autopsy are subject to consideration by the Coroner thus will not be released publicly; however the Bermuda Police Service is no longer treating this matter as a suspicious death.

Two Men Charged With Kimwandae Walker Murder

Monday, June 04,2012

Two men appeared in Hamilton Magistrates’ Court today (Monday 4th June, 2012) charged with the premeditated murder of Mr. Kimwandae Walker on Friday 2nd April, 2010. Members of the public will recall that Mr. Walker was fatally shot as he flew kites with his son and family on the field of Victor Scott School in Pembroke, with other members of the local community. David Cox & Julian Washington were charged with Mr. Walker’s premeditated murder and using a firearm in the commission of an indictable offence.

Sudden Death of Fredericka Fox

Sunday, June 03,2012

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 41 year old Fredericka Lerelle Fox [pictured]. Around 5:45pm on Friday, 1st June 2012, police and first responders were dispatched to a Point Shares Road, Pembroke premises where Ms. Fox’s lifeless body was found. She was subsequently pronounced dead at that location by an on call doctor. The scene has been forensically examined and an autopsy will be performed by an overseas pathologist in due course.

Investigation into Body Found At Point Shares Premises

Saturday, June 02,2012

Around 5:45pm on Friday, June 1st police and first responders were dispatched to a report of a body found at a Point Shares Road, Pembroke premises. The lifeless body of a female has since been recovered from the scene and inquiries are underway. No further information regarding the deceased will be given until the next of kin has been notified.

Missing Juvenile: Kawesi Smith [Located]

Friday, June 01,2012

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 16 year old Kawesi Smith. The teenager is described as fair skinned, 5’9” tall weighing 129 pounds with brown hair. He was last seen in Devonshire around 9pm Thursday, May 31st wearing a white T-shirt and dark coloured jeans. Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of 16 year old Kawesi Smith is encouraged to contact the Vulnerable Persons Unit on 295-0011.

Sudden Death of George Bossert

Thursday, May 31,2012

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 56 year old George Bossert following the notification of his overseas next of kin. Mr. Bossert, a French national and longtime Bermuda resident, was pronounced dead at 11:55am on Tuesday, May 29th. Inquiries are ongoing into the reported tragic incident that occurred around 5pm on Saturday, May 26th which resulted in Mr. Bossert being taken to hospital in critical condition after he apparently fell off of a wall in the Devil’s Hole Hill, Smith’s parish area and into the waters of Harrington Sound.

Missing Person: Yasvin Jhuboo [Located]

Tuesday, May 29,2012

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 23 year old Yasvin Jhuboo. Mr. Jhuboo is described as of Asian descent, small build, brown skinned with black hair and earrings in both ears. He was reportedly last seen around 12 noon Monday, May 28th in the area of Reid Street in the City of Hamilton. Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of 23 year old Yasvin Jhuboo is encouraged to contact the Vulnerable Persons Unit on 295-0011 at the earliest opportunity.

Authorisation to Disperse Groups: Criminal Code Act Section 110A

Tuesday, May 29,2012

Acting Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell - Good morning. With me here today are, Mr. Philip Barnett of the Cambridge Road Community Group and Ms. Dawn Simmons of the Sandys Parish Council. This Community Group was formed in partnership with the Bermuda Police Service through our Community Action Team (CAT) representative PC Valerius Jean-Louis and is a dedicated group made up of area residents.

Witness Appeal: Rambling Lane Shooting

Wednesday, May 23,2012

Around 10:23pm on Tuesday 22nd May 2012, police responded to a report of gunshots being fired and someone being shot and injured outside a residence on Rambling Lane, Pembroke. Police officers were immediately dispatched to the location to investigate the report. During the initial investigation, police ascertained that one person was seen fleeing from the area, description given as being approximately six feet tall with a slim build. A dark coloured motorcycle was also seen speeding away from the scene around that time.

Man Injured In Rambling Lane Shooting

Wednesday, May 23,2012

Around 10:20pm on Tuesday, May 22nd police responded to reports of gunshots in the Rambling Lane, Pembroke area. As a result it was ascertained that a 51 year old man was shot and injured and taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment. His injuries are not considered life threatening at this time. The scene has been cordoned off and a full investigation into this incident is underway. Detectives are appealing for any witnesses, particularly anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the Rambling Lane area around the time of the shooting, or anyone with any information, to contact the main police number 295-0011.

Policing For Bermuda Day

Tuesday, May 22,2012

Acting Superintendent Tracy Adams - The Bermuda Police Service takes this opportunity to advise the public on a number of matters to ensure a peaceful and safe time during this year’s Bermuda Day holiday on Thursday, May 24th. Our message again this year is to encourage everyone to exercise patience, tolerance, caution and good old fashioned common-sense.

Recruit Foundation Course #74 Underway

Thursday, May 17,2012

15 new Bermuda Police Service recruits are currently undergoing an intensive 12 week training course in preparation to become police officers. Recruit Foundation Course #74 commenced on Monday May 7th, 2012 with the recruits being sworn in as Police Constables on Thursday May 10th, 2012. They are now on their second week of the 12 week programme [click photo to enlarge].