As part of an ongoing proactive police operation to address gun crime, armed officers attended a residence on Seawall Drive, Boaz Island, Sandys Parish at about 11am on Monday 28th January, 2013 to effect a search.

As police arrived a man bolted from the residence clutching what is believed to be a firearm. A search to locate the man was commenced. However, he remains at large. Three other persons were arrested at the residence and are in police custody. A quantity of drugs and ammunition was seized from the house.

The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the assistance of the public to locate a person of interest. He is Mr. Christopher Duerr. Mr. Duerr is urged to make contact with the police as soon as possible.
 
Armed officers remain on patrol in the Sandys area and will continue their search to locate Mr. Duerr.
 
Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Mr. Duerr is urged to call 911 and report his location. We are advising the public to not approach Mr. Duerr and allow the police to make contact with him if seen.
 
Or of course persons with information can contact the confidential Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-8477.
 
We would like to take this opportunity to thank the area residents and business owners for their patience and support during this operation.