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Media Relations Dept.
Police Headquarters
P.O. Box HM 530
Tel: (441) 299-4249/4291/4321
Fax: (441) 299-4322
E-mail: Police Media Relations


 
Date:Sunday, November 25,2012
Distribution: All Media

Sudden Death of Mr. Dereck Spenser

Around 9am on Sunday, November 25th a body was found in the waters off Bethell’s Island in Ely’s Harbour, Sandys parish. Police officers immediately responded to the scene and confirmed recovery of the lifeless body, which was subsequently identified as 49 year old Mr. Dereck Spenser, reported missing since Wednesday, November 21st.

An autopsy is anticipated in due course as inquiries continue into the sudden death of Mr. Spenser. A Family Liaison Officer has been assigned to Mr. Spenser’s family to assist them at this tragic time.

The Bermuda Police Service recognizes the exhaustive four day search efforts of various volunteers, government agencies, community partners and police personnel to locate Mr. Spenser and extends condolences to his family and friends on his unexpected passing.


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