Press Releases
Southside Police Station was not closed due to COVID-19.
Sun, 2020-03-29
The Bermuda Police Service wishes to clarify erroneous information recently published, suggesting the Southside Police Station was closed as a result of a police officer being diagnosed with Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
An officer was diagnosed with COVID-19. However, the officer’s last working day with the BPS was on March 11th.
That officer then proceeded on a period of leave.
The officer did not show symptoms and was not diagnosed with COVID-19, until fifteen days after leaving the service.
Resources were shifted at the Southside Police Station and staff from Central Division were brought in.
The facility is not manned on a twenty four hour basis and was sanitised during regular hours of closure between the hours of 8:00pm and 8:00am.
At no time was the South Side Police Station closed as a result of an officer being diagnosed with COVID-19.
Read MoreCONFIRMED FIREARMS INCIDENT
Tue, 2020-03-24
A thirty-five year old man was taken to hospital with a gunshot wound to his left arm, following a firearms incident in Pembroke Parish.
The incident occurred at around 11:00pm on Tuesday 24th March, at the junction of Two Way Deepdale and Parsons Road.
The victim was conveyed to the King Edward the Seventh Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment to his injuries which are not considered to be life threatening.
Quick action by police officers resulted in a person of interest in connection with this incident being taken into custody. That person is now assisting police with their inquiries.
Anyone with information on this latest firearms incident is asked to contact Detective Chief Inspector Arthur Glasford, or Detective Sergeant Jason Smith, of the Serious Crime Unit, on 247-1174 or 247-1128 respectively.
Alternatively, persons wishing to provide information anonymously, may do so by calling the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477.
Death of Clarke Fox
Wed, 2020-03-18
The Bermuda Police can confirm the death of 28 year old Clarke Fox.
Mr. Fox succumbed to injuries sustained in a firearms attack shortly before 2:45 pm yesterday, Tuesday March 17th, at the corner of Court and Elliot streets in Pembroke Parish.
A Liaison Officer has been assigned to the family.
The Bermuda Police Service extends condolences to the family of Mr. Fox.
The investigation into this matter is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call the main police number on, 295-0011 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 8008477.
Man Dies in Road Traffic Collision
Tue, 2020-03-17
Around 4:00pm this afternoon [17-Mar-2020], Police and other first responders were called out to a two vehicle collision, involving a car and a motorcycle just east of Four Ways Inn on Middle Road in Paget.
Upon arrival Police found that CPR was being performed on the bike rider, a 68 year old Southampton male.
He was subsequently transported via ambulance to King Edward the Seventh Memorial Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Traffic is being diverted at Manse Road and Cobb’s Hill Road Junctions. Traffic delays should be expected.
This is the second fatal road traffic collision for 2020.
Two Men Injured in Court St Shooting Incident
Tue, 2020-03-17
At around 2:45 pm today, Tuesday 17th March, police were called out to a reported firearms incident at the junction of Court and Elliot Street in Pembroke Parish.
Both men were taken to King Edward Hospital via private vehicle. The extent of their injuries remain unknown.
Reports are several shots were fired, resulting in two individuals suffering gunshot wounds.
The suspects are described as two males on a red and black motorcycle.
The rider was described as wearing dark clothing and a dark helmet.
The pillion passenger was said to be wearing dark colored clothing and a white helmet.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call the main police number on 295-0011.
Four Men Arrested in Connection With Recent Firearm Incidents
Tue, 2020-02-25
In response to recent firearms incidents which occurred between Monday, 3rd February and Sunday, 16th February, the Bermuda Police Service launched an operation which targeted specific persons and resulted in four men with strong gang connections being arrested this past weekend.
Several search warrants were also executed and the police are following up on several lines of enquiry that are assisting with these investigations.
Commissioner Corbishley Responds to ‘Bike Theft’ Letter to the Editor
Sun, 2020-02-23
Following the recent publication of a letter to the Editor of the Royal Gazette, in which the author suggested: “Bike theft is getting out of hand” the Commissioner of Police, Stephen Corbishley, advises that this is actually not the case.
“I recognise the concern many people have in regards to bike crime and it is a problem the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) take very seriously.
Recruit Foundation Course 80 Car Wash Fundraiser
Sun, 2020-02-23
Recruit Foundation Course 80 of the Bermuda Police Service will hold a car wash fundraiser on Saturday, February 29th from 8am until 4pm at the RUBiS Warwick gas station on South Road in Warwick.
It is a tradition of every Recruit Foundation Course to raise money in aid of a charitable cause of their choice – and this year, all proceeds are in aid of 27 year old Dandre Outerbridge’s medical expenses.
Reported Missing Person: 32 Year Old Tyson Bean [Located]
Sun, 2020-02-23
The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 32 year old Tyson Bean.
Mr. Bean – described as a black male, approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall of medium build with a short afro hairstyle – is known to frequent the Union Street, City of Hamilton area as well as the St. Monica’s Road, Pembroke area.
He was last seen by a family member on Union Street in the City of Hamilton at least two days ago.
So far, efforts by police officers to locate Mr. Bean have been unsuccessful.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of 32 year old Tyson Bean is encouraged to call police on 295-0011 at the earliest opportunity.
Update: Monday, February 24th - 32 year old Tyson Bean has been found safe and well this morning (Monday, February 24th).
The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating him.
Beware of Fake Websites Imitating Local Businesses
Fri, 2020-02-21
Members of the public are strongly advised to be wary of websites that imitate local businesses and offer enticing promotions which require the entrant to provide their credit card details or other personal information.
As well as the fake website claiming to represent The MarketPlace, the Bermuda Police Service has been made aware of a fake Lindo’s Group of Companies website with the same alleged $250 gift card giveaway to celebrate an upcoming anniversary.
