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Third Set of Youth Focused Bermuda Sports Superstars Cards Released

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) and Hamilton Princess are excited to announce that December’s Bermuda Sports Superstars Cards have been officially released! This month’s set of six Superstars (two women and four men), features (in no particular order): Rockal Evans (Sailing) Delray Rawlins (Cricket) Micah Lambert (Tennis) Bridget Marshall (Tennis) Alshauntae Symons (Bowling) Kristopher Trott (Track & Field) With the annual observance of the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities held on 3rd December each year, Superstars Micah Lambert, Bridget Marshall, Alshauntae Symons and Kris Trott join Legend Jessica Lewis as the first Special Olympics athletes and first Paralympic athlete respectively to be highlighted in the history of this local card series, dating back to the original set circulated in 1986. In partnership with Hamilton Princess, a total of 18 new collectible sports cards have been released since 1st October 2024, with fresh cards scheduled to be distributed in limited batches monthly, until all 44 are available in May 2025. As part of this youth focused initiative, several schools across the island have already held special assemblies with police officers as guest speakers, as well as athletes sharing personal stories of perseverance, with more planned before the end of this school term. In addition to these prearranged school visits, our youth are encouraged to actively seek out police officers on patrol throughout the island for an opportunity, through positive interaction or engagement, to receive one of the latest collectible sports cards! Students may also collect one of the 18 inspiring sports cards released to date at any police station (Hamilton, Somerset and Southside). Which local sporting heroes are next? Follow BPS social media (Facebook, Instagram & X/Twitter) to find out!

Firearms Training at Warwick Camp

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is advising the public that firearms training is scheduled to take place at Warwick Camp, from 7pm until 9pm Monday, 2nd December 2024. The BPS thanks the public in advance for their understanding, while this necessary training takes place.

Renewed Fraud Advisory: Calls From Fake Bank Representatives

The Financial Crime Unit (FCU) has received several reports this week regarding a troubling rise in fraudulent activity targeting both local businesses and members of the public—particularly customers of financial institutions (Banks). In these incidents, individuals impersonating agents of local banks (from the Fraud Department) are contacting customers and falsely claiming that fraudulent activity has been detected on their accounts. The fraudsters then request login credentials to "resolve" the issue. Once they gain access to the accounts, they quickly transfer funds to overseas locations. So far, complaints from this week alone have revealed that local residents have collectively lost over 1.2 million dollars due to this scam. As we enter the festive season, a time historically associated with increased fraud activity, the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) urges residents to remain vigilant and note the following to protect against falling victim to these types of scams: 1. Bank representatives will never ask you over the phone for your personal account login credentials. 2. If you are uncertain about the legitimacy of a call, hang up immediately and contact your bank directly by phone or in person. 3. Do not download or install any third-party software at the request of someone claiming to be a bank representative. 4. If you receive an email claiming to be from your bank, you should check the email header to see if it matches the details of legitimate emails you've received from your bank before. The BPS is also aware that persons are receiving WhatsApp messages from friends in their phone contacts list, asking them to send money to a disclosed location. However once contacted the person supposedly making the request confirms they did not send any such message. We urge residents to please be vigilant of this and if in doubt or, if something seems strange about the request, do not send money.

Updated Witness Appeal: Confirmed Injury Firearm Incident in Warwick

Investigations continue into the firearms incident which occurred in the area of Cedar Heights Lane in Warwick around 9:10PM on Thursday, November 21st, 2024. Two men, a 53 year old and a 38 year old, both sustained multiple gunshot wounds in that incident and remain in hospital, where they continue to receive treatment for their injuries, which are not considered life-threatening. It is understood that immediately after the shooting, two persons dressed in dark clothing were seen on a motorcycle speeding in an easterly direction along Harbour Road. Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have seen individuals fitting this description in the area of Cedar Hill, St. Mary’s Road Warwick and Harbour Road, shortly before or after the shooting. We wish to thank those members of the public who have so far come forward with information on this incident. We ask that you or anyone with any information please contact Acting Detective Inspector Anneka Donawa on 717-2250 or via email, adonawa@bps.bm. You may also call the main police number 295-0011, or share the information with a police officer you know. Alternatively, please provide the information using the police community reporting portal at, https://portal.police.bm or by visiting the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.bm and completing the anonymous crime reporting form. You may also call Crime Stoppers on 800-8477.

Witness Appeal: One Man Hurt in Sandys Parish Stabbing Incident

Shortly after 10:00 PM, on Thursday, November 21, 2024 police received a report of a stabbing incident near the Mr. Chicken outlet in Somerset. Officers were dispatched to the scene and upon arrival, were informed the victim, a male, had been transported to hospital via private vehicle. Emergency Medical Services dispatch subsequently contact police to report that the injured party was met by ambulance on the way and transferred into their care. The victim is said to have sustained neck and facial injuries which were not considered life threatening. At last check, he continued to receive treatment at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the main police number, 295-0011 or provide the information to a police officer you’re comfortable speaking with. You may also share the information via the BPS community reporting portal at https://portal.police.bm or by calling the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number 800-8477.

Confirmed Firearm Incident: 2 Men in Hospital, Investigation Underway [Updated]

Around 9:00 P.M. on Thursday, November 21, 2024, Police and emergency medical services responded to a report of gunshots in the area of Cedar Hill, Saint Mary’s Rd., Warwick. Upon arrival, it was confirmed that two males had sustained gunshot injuries. They were attended to at the scene by EMTs before being transported by ambulance checking Edward VII Memorial Hospital. The extent of their injuries remains unknown at this time. An investigation into this matter is now underway and anyone with information is asked to contact Acting Detective Chief Inspector, Nidol Barker, on 717-2176 or via email nbarker@bps.bm. You may also call the main police number, 295-0011 or, the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477. Alternatively, please share the information with a police officer you know or, by using the police community reporting portal at, https://portal.police.bm. Update: Saturday, 23rd November - Investigations continue into the firearms incident which occurred in the area of Cedar Heights Lane in Warwick around 9:10PM on Thursday, November 21st, 2024. Two men, a 53 year old and a 38 year old, both sustained multiple gunshot wounds in that incident and remain in hospital, where they continue to receive treatment for their injuries, which are not considered life-threatening. It is understood that immediately after the shooting, two persons dressed in dark clothing were seen on a motorcycle speeding in an easterly direction along Harbour Road. Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have seen individuals fitting this description in the area of Cedar Hill, St. Mary’s Road Warwick and Harbour Road, shortly before or after the shooting. We wish to thank those members of the public who have so far come forward with information on this incident. We ask that you or anyone with any information please contact Acting Detective Inspector Anneka Donawa on 717-2250 or via email, adonawa@bps.bm. You may also call the main police number 295-0011, or share the information with a police officer you know. Alternatively, please provide the information using the police community reporting portal at, https://portal.police.bm or by visiting the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.bm and completing the anonymous crime reporting form. You may also call Crime Stoppers on 800-8477.

Seventh Road Fatality of 2024: 56-Year-Old Damian Simmons

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm the death of 56-year-old Damian Simmons, who was seriously injured in a reported collision involving two motorcycles that occurred around 6:45 P.M. on Thursday, November 7, 2024, on Blue Hole Hill, near the junction with Dolphin Drive, Hamilton Parish. Mr. Simmons along with the other motorcycle rider, a 45-year-old male, were transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for further treatment. Sadly, Mr. Simmons subsequently succumbed to his injuries. The Bermuda Police Service extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. A BPS Family Liaison Officer has been providing relevant support to the family of Mr. Simmons. The investigation into this incident remains ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Sergeant Milton Hill of the Roads Policing Unit (RPU) on 515-2481 or, via e-mail mjhill@bps.bm. You may also call the RPU office on 247-1788 or, the main police number 295-0011.

BPS Officers Receive NCA Financial Crime Investigations Training

In keeping with ongoing efforts to enhance its capabilities, The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is currently conducting a two week training course focusing on asset confiscation and financial crime investigation. The course which began on Monday, November 4th and concludes on the Friday, November 15th, is being facilitated by Jason Aldridge and Ian Ball, of the United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency. It was organised by the BPS and is being conducted at its Prospect Headquarters, with officers from the following units involved: Financial Crime Unit Drugs Unit Criminal Investigation Unit Anti-Corruption Unit Technology Department Community Policing Division Acting Detective Superintendent, Jason Smith, of the Serious Crime Division stated, “This opportunity will result in our officers becoming more adept at investigating the activity of those engaging in financial activity for furtherance of criminal enterprise. This is imperative as the BPS plays a major role in protecting Bermuda’s reputation as a well-respected, financial jurisdiction.” Mr. Smith added, “Bringing the facilitators to Bermuda has allowed for a much larger officer cohort to benefit from this initiative. This has resulted in significant cost savings, but more importantly, has widened the pool from which to draw as we work to address this aspect of criminal activity." BACK ROW L to R: Detective Constable Randy Alexander Acting Chief Inspector Mark Tomlinson Inspector Nidol Barker MIDDLE ROW L to R: Detective Constable Dawn Hector   Detective Constable Graeme Bird   Detective Sergeant Crai-Che Hall Detective Sergeant Zoenique Williams Detective Constable Sandra Philips-Bain   Detective Sergeant Whitney Wilkinson   Inspector Karema Flood   Detective Constable Zaakira Lee SEATED L to R: Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith Ian Ball - Trainer   Deputy Commissioner of Police Na’imah Astwood    Acting Inspector Leroy Mathurin Jason Aldridge – Trainer

Remembrance Day Holiday Weekend Policing Activity Recap

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) conducted proactive patrols island wide and responded to various calls for service, during the Remembrance Day holiday weekend. However, there were no major incidents of anti-social behaviour reported. Of note, from 5pm Friday, 8th November until 5am Tuesday, 12th November 2024, a total of 13 arrests were made for various offences. In addition, five motorists were arrested on suspicion of impaired driving, with several tickets for traffic infractions also issued. As we enter the festive season, the BPS once again reminds members of the public to socialise responsibly. Similarly, all motorists are urged to prioritise the safety of every road user, by not operating a vehicle while intoxicated and by not speeding.