Missing Person – Calvin Hansey Sr.

Monday, August 30,2010

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 75 year old Calvin Hansey Sr. of Pembroke. Mr. Hansey was last seen at his residence around 7pm on Friday, 27th August 2010 by a family member. He is described as dark skinned, 5’9” tall of slim build and clean shaven.

Sudden Death

Thursday, August 26,2010

A few minutes after 7pm Wednesday, police responded to a report of a marine incident at Green Bay Road in Hamilton Parish. It appears that members of the community saw a man in a non-responsive state in the waters off of Green Bay dock. The 40 year old Hamilton Parish man was subsequently pronounced dead by an on call physician at 8:30pm. No further information will be given until the next of kin has been notified. Foul play is not suspected.

Confirmed Firearm Incident on Crane Lane

Thursday, August 26,2010

A few minutes before 3pm today, a 29 year old Pembroke man checked himself into the hospital with a gun shot wound to his body. The 29 year old man’s injuries appear to be non-life threatening. Police were alerted and were told the shooting took place in the St. Monica's Mission area. It was later established that the shooting took place on Crane Lane in Devonshire.

Confirmed Firearm Incident

Thursday, August 26,2010

A few minutes before 3pm today, a 29 year old Pembroke man checked himself into the hospital with a gun shot wound to his body. Police were alerted and were told the shooting took place in the St. Monica's Mission area. Police presently are in the process of establishing the shooting scene. The 29 year old man's injuries appear to be non-life threatening. There is a heavy police presence currently in the area as officers try to establish the location of the shooting. Police are asking anyone who may have seen anything suspicious to contact police on 295-0011.

Confirmed Firearm Incident in Sandys Parish

Monday, August 23,2010

Police responded to a report of a confirmed firearm incident that took place at 3:45 this afternoon at the junction of Middle Road and Woodlawn Road in Sandys parish. It appears that a man traveling on a motorcycle in the aforementioned area was shot. The 19 year old man was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where he is currently being treated for his injuries.Presently the area around the shooting has been cordoned off and traffIc has been diverted to the Railway Trail. We are thanking the public in advance for their cooperation in this matter.

Joint Press Conference Regarding Code of Conduct

Tuesday, August 17,2010

Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva - In January I published the Annual Policing Plan in which we identified the four areas that we would improve this year: PEOPLE, PARTNERSHIPS, PRIORITIES and PERFORMANCE. In terms of the PEOPLE component, our staff are critical to the mission of Making Bermuda Safer. We are committed to develop all our staff to achieve high standards of competency and performance. The benefit back to the police comes in the form of public trust, confidence, cooperation and support.

Man Arrested in Connection with Murder & Attempted Murder

Thursday, August 12,2010

A 21 year old Pembroke man was arrested at the L.F. Wade International Airport by detectives from the Serious Crime Unit at 8pm on Wednesday 11th August, in connection with the murder of Raymond Rawlins during the early morning hours of Monday, August 9th and the attempted murder of Prince Edness during the early morning hours of Friday, August 6th. The Pembroke man was apprehended in the departure area after checking in for a departing flight. He remains in Police custody while enquiries continue.

Update - Confirmed Fatal Firearm Incident in Pembroke

Monday, August 09,2010

Detective Chief Inspector Nicholas Pedro, Officer in Charge of the Serious Crime Unit - The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 47 year old Raymond Troy Rawlins, a well known figure in the Court Street area. An initial account of the incident is that two men pulled up outside The Spinning Wheel nightclub in a light green car and ran across Court Street into Spinning Wheel, right behind Mr. Rawlins who had just entered the club.

Confirmed Fatal Firearm Incident in Pembroke

Monday, August 09,2010

Around 12:30am on Monday, Police responded to a confirmed firearm incident at The Spinning Wheel nightclub on Court Street in Pembroke. The victim, a 47 year old Pembroke man, was shot multiple times inside the club. He was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later. No further information will be given until next of kin have been notified. The Bermuda Police Service extends condolences to the family & friends of the deceased. There were people in The Spinning Wheel nightclub at the time of the incident and some of those individuals have come forward to assist officers with their inquiries.

Confirmed Firearm Incident in Devonshire

Monday, August 09,2010

Around 12:05am on Monday, Police responded to a confirmed firearm incident at the Mid-Atlantic Boat Club on North Shore Road in Devonshire. A 21 year old Pembroke man was injured and attended King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment. The scene has been cordoned off and is being forensically examined for evidence. An active investigation into this matter is underway. Any witnesses or anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the Serious Crime Unit on 299-8115 or the independent confidential Crime Stoppers Bermuda hotline on 800-8477.

Reported Firearm Incident in Pembroke

Saturday, August 07,2010

Around 10:40pm on Friday, Police responded to a reported firearm incident in the Middle Terrace, Pembroke area. Officers attended the scene and spoke with area residents; however at that time nothing was found to substantiate the report. Inquiries at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital revealed that no one has been admitted with gunshot wounds. Inquiries into the matter are ongoing. Any witnesses or anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the main Police number 295-0011 or the independent confidential Crime Stoppers Bermuda hotline on 800-8477.

Update - Confirmed Firearm Incident in Pembroke

Friday, August 06,2010

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses to a confirmed firearm incident that occurred around 1:15am on Friday in the Elliot Street, Pembroke area, where a firearm was discharged at the victim, a 24 year old Pembroke man, who was injured as a result. He was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital and remains in a stable condition. Police are conducting inquiries and have collected forensic evidence from the scene. Investigators are interested in speaking with anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity involving individuals or vehicles in the Elliot Street area around 1am on Friday.

Confirmed Firearm Incident in Pembroke

Friday, August 06,2010

Around 1:15am on Friday, Police responded to a confirmed firearm incident in the Court Street/Princess Street, Pembroke area. A 24 year old Pembroke man was injured and taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment. At last check he was in stable condition. An active investigation into this incident is underway. Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any information about this matter to contact the Serious Crime Unit on 299-8115 or the independent confidential Crime Stoppers Bermuda hotline on 800-8477.

Sudden Death

Friday, August 06,2010

Around 8:30am on Thursday 5th August, Police attended a reported medical emergency at a Pembroke residence. A 62 year old man who resided at that address was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment, where he was pronounced dead at 2:12pm by a doctor. An autopsy will be performed on the deceased in the near future. Foul play is not suspected at this time; however inquiries are being conducted into the circumstances surrounding his death. No further information will be released until the next of kin have been notified. The Bermuda Police Service would like to extend condolences to the family of the deceased.

Update - Reported Firearm Incident in Sandys Parish

Wednesday, August 04,2010

The Bermuda Police Service Serious Crime Unit is actively seeking witnesses to a firearm incident that occurred at 7.40pm on Sunday 1st August at the shallow water jetty next to the Boaz Island Service Station in Somerset. It is believed that a firearm was discharged at the victim a 31 year old male; thankfully he did not receive any injuries but was clearly shaken by the ordeal. The victim was sat astride a jet ski in the waters next to the jetty and managed to make off following the attack.

Update - Suspicious Circumstances at Penno’s Wharf St. George’s

Wednesday, August 04,2010

The Bermuda Police Service took the report of a suspected firearm very seriously and mounted an immediate and significant response involving officers from multiple departments including the Serious Crime Unit, Armed Response Vehicles and the Marine Unit. Extensive enquiries were made and the Bermuda Police Service is satisfied that the presence of a weapon could not be verified. The Bermuda Police Service appreciates the cooperation of all those who were inconvenienced as a result of the operation.

Response to Allegations of Marijuana Smoking at Cup Match

Wednesday, August 04,2010

Cup Match was a very well policed event with 150 officers in and around the Somerset Cricket Club grounds over the two days. During that time we received no complaints of cannabis smoking from any member of the public. In addition, senior Police officers were at Cup Match for extended periods and did not observe cannabis smoking taking place. The Bermuda Police Service enforces the law whenever there are breaches and continues to encourage any member of the public who sees or suspects illegal activity taking place to report it to Police immediately.

Suspicious Circumstances at Penno’s Wharf St. George’s

Tuesday, August 03,2010

Around 2:50pm on Tuesday, Police received information of the presence of a possible weapon at the cruise ship terminal at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s. Efforts were made to locate an individual that was believed to be off the cruise ship as well as the item in question. The search resulted in a delay in some passengers being transported back to the cruise ship by the tender. Police inquires are ongoing and further information will be released as the investigation progresses. One individual off the cruise ship is assisting Police with their inquiries.

Internet Fraud Advisory

Tuesday, August 03,2010

The Financial Crime Unit of The Bermuda Police Service would like to remind members of the public to be vigilant when making any purchases using the internet. In the past week the Service has received complaints from members of the public who appear to have been defrauded in such schemes. In two of these cases the victim responded to locally based internet adverts hoping to purchase a puppy from an overseas breeder.

Reported Firearm Incident in Sandys Parish

Monday, August 02,2010

Around 7:40pm on Sunday, Police responded to a reported firearm incident in the Boaz Island, Sandys parish area. Officers attended the area; however at that time nothing was found to substantiate the report. Inquiries at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital revealed that no one has been admitted with gunshot wounds. An investigation into the matter is underway. Any witnesses or anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the main Police number 295-0011 or the independent confidential Crime Stoppers Bermuda hotline on 800-8477.