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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:Wednesday, October 11,2017
Distribution: All Media

Investigation Regarding Sudden Death of Mr. Wilfred DeGraff

The Bermuda Police Service is investigating the sudden death of Mr. Wilfred DeGraff, 42 years old, of St. George’s Parish.

Mr. DeGraff was taken to the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital on Friday 6th October 2017, and subsequently passed away.

An autopsy has been performed and the results are anticipated by the Police Service.

Enquiries continue regarding the circumstances of Mr. DeGraff’s death and a Family Liaison Officer has been assigned to assist the deceased's family.

We understand that Mr. DeGraff recently travelled to Canada, and returned to Bermuda on 26th September.

Whilst his death is not considered suspicious, we are interested in talking to any person who may have seen Mr. DeGraff since his return to Bermuda, or who may have information about the circumstances leading up to his death.

Any information regarding this matter will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.

Anyone who can assist is urged to call Detective Chief Inspector Nicholas Pedro, or Detective Inspector Derricka Burns on the main police telephone number 295-0011 or 247-1757.

Alternatively, persons with information can contact the independent and confidential Miami-based Crime Stoppers 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