Man Arrested After Police Pursuit

Wednesday, January 25,2012

A 20 year old Sandys parish man has been arrested in connection with the earlier reported shooting incident in the Mount Hill, Overview Hill Pembroke area and the stolen motocross cycle has been recovered. Out of an abundance of caution, schools in the Somerset area were advised to keep their students inside during the police pursuit of the stolen motorcycle, but those schools shortly returned to normal operation.

Police Pursue Firearm Suspects

Wednesday, January 25,2012

Around 10:30am on Wednesday, January 25th police responded to a report of gunshots in the Mount Hill, Pembroke area. No one was injured; however the suspects stole a blue motocross cycle from the scene and fled, heading in a westerly direction. Police pursued the suspects into the western parishes and are appealing for any witnesses, anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the Mount Hill area or anyone with any information to contact the main police number 295-0011 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.

Tragedy After Fishing Boat Sinks Off St. David’s Head

Wednesday, January 25,2012

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the deaths of 59 year old Mustafa Abdul Hadee of Smith’s parish and 58 year old Mikal Williams of St. George’s parish. Around 12:20am on Tuesday, January 24th police, including the Marine Unit and first responders, as well as the pilot boat St. David promptly attended a report of a boat sinking in the waters off St. David’s Head, St. George’s with two men onboard.

Vigilant Police Apprehend Suspected Burglar

Wednesday, January 25,2012

Around 11am on Monday, January 23rd police were alerted to four men wearing black clothing acting suspiciously around homes in the Schools Drive, Devonshire area. Officers immediately responded to the scene and located the suspects, who attempted to flee on foot. After pursuing the alleged perpetrators through the neighbourhood, a 17 year old Pembroke man was apprehended nearby in possession of suspected stolen property. Inquiries into this matter are ongoing.

Court Appearance for Firearm Possession

Monday, January 23,2012

At 2:20am on Saturday 21st January, 2012, uniform officers arrested an 18 year old male from Pembroke, in Sandys Parish. The male, Dameko Dublin, was wanted by police in connection with the recovery of an illegal firearm in Devonshire Parish in November of last year. Mr. Dublin appeared in Hamilton Magistrates Court at 10:00am today, charged with Possession of a Prohibited Weapon (Firearm) and Possession of Ammunition.

Bermuda Reserve Police Promotions

Saturday, January 21,2012

The Commissioner of Police as well as the Commandant of the Reserve Police is pleased to announce the recent promotion of six Reserve Police officers which took place at 4:30pm Friday, January 20th at Police Headquarters in Prospect Devonshire. His Excellency the Governor Sir Richard Gozney and other senior police officers were also on hand for the promotion ceremony.

Missing Juvenile: Leshun Wolffe [Located]

Friday, January 20,2012

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 16 year old Leshun Wolffe. The teenager was last seen on Thursday, January 19th and is described as dark skinned, approximately 5’5” tall of slim build weighing around 124 pounds. He was last seen wearing light coloured jeans, a light blue and white jersey and black sneakers. This is not the first time he has gone missing.

Drug Seizure

Thursday, January 19,2012

The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that as a result of specific information contact was made with the management of Butterfield & Vallis and working in partnership, the Drug Unit seized a quantity of controlled drug. An active investigation is underway which includes American law enforcement agencies. As this is still an open investigation, further details regarding the drug type and quantity will not be released at this time. This seizure represents a reduction in public harm, and is also another example of the significance of working together in partnership with members of the community.

Robberies

Wednesday, January 18,2012

The Bermuda Police Service is investigating a report of an armed robbery which occurred around 11:30pm, Monday 16th January in the area of Redkiln Road, Hamilton Parish. A taxi had just dropped off a fare when, upon leaving, the driver was set upon by four males wearing helmets with visors and brandishing knives. The suspects demanded money and searched the interior of the taxi. Stolen were a cellphone and a quantity of cash. The taxi driver was not injured.

Missing Juvenile: Santina Harvey [Located]

Monday, January 16,2012

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 17 year old Santina Harvey. The teenager was last seen on Friday, January 13th and is described as brown skinned of slim build, approximately 5’5” tall weighing around 125 pounds with shoulder length black hair and brown highlights. This is not the first time she has gone missing. Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of 17 year old Santina Harvey is encouraged to contact the Vulnerable Persons Unit on 295-0011.

Gutsy Police Win 2012 Duckett Memorial

Sunday, January 15,2012

Bermuda Police Rugby Football Club (BPRFC) Chairman and Acting Superintendent Sean Field-Lament - George Duckett Memorial, Saturday January 14th 2012: Under steel gray clouds that constantly threatened to darken and explode with thunder and lightening the Bermuda Police Rugby Club held the 38th Annual George Duckett Memorial Day at a muddy and sodden Police field in Prospect Devonshire. The day’s festival of rugby started off with the 2nd team women’s game. The BPRFC women’s section has grown from strength to strength and the fact that the section was able to field two complete sides in one day is a fine testament to the organization and dedication of the ladies committee and the coaching skills of Anthony Fellowes.

Traffic Advisories for International Race Weekend

Friday, January 13,2012

The Bermuda Police Service would like for the motoring public to bear in mind the following due to the Bermuda Track & Field Association 10K which begins on Saturday 14th January 2012 at 9am. All vehicles will be prevented from entering the race route between the start of the 10K on Parsons Road and the junction of Verdmont Road and Middle Road. Please note: No traffic is permitted to travel in the same direction as the runners.

Annual Duckett Memorial Rugby Game

Friday, January 13,2012

On Saturday 14th January 2012, the George Duckett Memorial Rugby Game will be played at Police Field, Prospect, Devonshire. This is the 38th time the trophy will be played for! The schedule of games is as follows: 12:30pm – Women’s Second Team 1:00pm – Men’s Second Team 2:15pm – Women’s First Team 3:00pm – Men’s First Team (George Duckett Memorial)

Traffic Advisories for International Race Weekend

Friday, January 13,2012

The Bermuda Police Service would like for the motoring public to bear in mind the following due to the KPMG Invitational Mile which begins on Friday January 13th, at 6:30pm. The Corporation of Hamilton will place advisory signs along the main roads leading into Hamilton on the morning of Friday January 13th to remind motorists of the parking restrictions and times.

Missing Juvenile: India Burchall [Located]

Tuesday, January 10,2012

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 14 year old India Burchall. The teenager is described as brown skinned, approximately 5’6” tall of slim build weighing 122 pounds with low cut naturally curly dark brown hair. She was reported missing on Friday, January 6th and apparently has been seen as recently as Monday, January 9th near West End Primary School on Scott’s Hill Road in Sandys parish.

Arrests In Connection With Shooting Murder & Attempted Murder

Monday, January 09,2012

Assistant Commissioner of Police David Mirfield - Detective Inspector Peter Charlemagne who is the Senior Investigating Officer will update you on the facts. I am now in a position to name the young man who tragically died last night following this shooting as: Stefan Burgess who was 24 years of age and lived in the parish of Pembroke.

Fatal Shooting on The Glebe Road

Monday, January 09,2012

Assistant Commissioner of Police David Mirfield – At 9pm on Sunday, January 8th police were called to an address on The Glebe Road in Pembroke following reports of gunshots. On arrival it was clear that a firearm incident had taken place. Subsequently two males, both aged 24, were taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital suffering from gunshot wounds. Sadly one of those males has succumbed to his injuries and died at hospital. The other victim’s injuries are not believed to be life threatening. This is now a murder investigation.

Sudden Death

Saturday, January 07,2012

Around 11am on Saturday, January 7th police responded to a report of a body found floating in the waters near the Swing Bridge in St. George's. The lifeless body of a man was subsequently located and officers including members of the Marine Unit attended, conducting inquiries at the scene. The investigation into this incident is ongoing and no further information will be released until the next of kin have been notified.

Update: Suspected Stolen Jewellery Recovered

Friday, January 06,2012

The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the public for their response to the media appeal regarding a large quantity of suspected stolen jewellery. In total 137 members of the public attended the Hamilton Police Station between 10am and 2:30pm on Friday, January 6th to view the items, with additional inquiries via e-mail and phone from those who were unable to make today’s viewing. As a result another time and date will be announced when the jewellery can be viewed by the public.

Suspected Stolen Jewellery Recovered

Thursday, January 05,2012

A large quantity of suspected stolen jewellery has been recovered after police executed a search warrant in relation to an ongoing investigation. Detectives investigating the case are encouraging anyone who may have had jewellery stolen, particularly prior to June 15th 2011, to attend the Hamilton Police Station at 52 Victoria Street in Pembroke to view the recovered items between 10am and 2pm on Friday, January 6th 2012.