Date:Thursday, February 10,2011 Distribution: All Media
Arrests Made in Colford Ferguson Murder Investigation
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Detectives continue to make progress in the investigation of the murder of Mr. Colford Ferguson. We are interested in speaking with a man dressed in black or dark clothing that was standing in the bus lay by opposite the scene of the shooting. This person was seen to dive behind the wall when the shooting took place.
Detectives are also interested in speaking to persons that may have seen a group of persons riding three motorcycles at speed, east on Port Royal stretch near the fire station at about 2:10pm on Friday 4th February 2011. One of these cycles was believed to be orange in colour.
Five persons have been arrested in connection with the enquiry so far, with three persons remaining in custody. They have been arrested for Conspiracy to Murder & Murder. No further details will be released at this time, as the enquiry team continues to gather evidence and speak with witnesses.
There are still persons that will have seen something connected with this crime that have not yet been seen by the Police. We are asking that if you saw anything / anyone suspicious or indeed the incident itself, please make contact with the investigating team or the independent confidential Crime Stoppers Bermuda hotline on 800-8477. |
All incidents are under investigation. Police are appealing to members of the public who have witnessed these incidents or may have information pertaining to them to contact their respective Police Station, Police Headquarters at 295-0011 or the confidential Crimestoppers Hotline on 1 (800) 623-8477.
Public & Media Relations Department |