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Media Relations Dept.
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Tel: (441) 299-4249/4291/4321
Fax: (441) 299-4322
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Date:Sunday, July 02,2017
Distribution: All Media

Sudden Death at Westgate Correctional Facility [Updated]

Around 11:30pm Saturday, July 1st police and first responders were dispatched to a report of a male inmate found in an unresponsive state at the Westgate Correctional Facility.

Despite lifesaving efforts by a Corrections officer, the 59 year old man was later pronounced dead.

A police led investigation is currently underway regarding the circumstances.

Until his next of kin have been notified no further information regarding the deceased will be provided at this time.

Update: Tuesday, July 4th - The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 59 year old Quinton Wendell Baxter and extends condolences to his family.

Around 11:30pm Saturday July 1st Mr. Baxter was found in an unresponsive state and later pronounced dead – despite lifesaving efforts – while an inmate at the Westgate Correctional Facility.

A police led investigation continues regarding the circumstances of Mr. Baxter’s death.


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