Press Releases
Death of Serving Police Officer: Police Constable Garth Francis
Wed, 2012-11-07
Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva states: “It is with great sadness that I report the untimely passing of our colleague 
and friend, Police Constable Garth Francis. He was in hospital in his home of Dominica when he lost the battle against a protracted illness on Sunday afternoon. He was 41, and he is survived by his mother and three children.
Read MoreGunshots Fired in Southampton: No Reported Injuries
Sun, 2012-11-04
Around 11pm on Sunday, November 4th police officers responded to reports of gunshots at an Eastdale Lane, Southampton residence. Forensic evidence found at the scene confirmed that a firearm had been discharged; however there were no reported injuries.
Inquiries into this incident are ongoing and anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the area around the time of this confirmed firearm incident is encouraged to contact the main police number on 295-0011 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.
Commissioner Addresses Recent Firearm Incidents
Thu, 2012-11-01
Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva - The Bermuda Police Service has not received any reports of shipments of illegal ammunition or any information about planned retaliations between rival gangs. I encourage anyone with genuine information about either of these scenarios to contact the police directly, or to make an anonymous report through Crime Stoppers on 800-8477. Crime Stoppers will reward up to $100,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction, or a seizure of a firearm.
Advisory: Online Job Scams
Tue, 2012-10-30
Once again the Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit would like to remind members of the public to remain vigilant regarding phishing e-mails and other scams that attempt to obtain personal information or other sensitive data.
In particular, local residents are advised to be wary of a scam e-mail currently circulating with the heading:
“BERMUDA JOB OFFER . BMD 600 & BMD 4,500 / MONTH
GENERAL EMPLOYMENT OFFER (2012).”
Police Team Win Bermuda Corporate Games Medallist Award
Mon, 2012-10-29
The 2012 Bermuda Corporate Games were held from October 25th to October 28th for the first time in the Atlantic region. The Bermuda Police Service team was represented in a variety of sports and ultimately won the most medals out of the competing organisations. Well done to all who were a part of the Bermuda Police Service team!
Investigation Ongoing Into Sandys Parish Firearm Incident
Fri, 2012-10-26
Inquiries are ongoing into the confirmed firearm incident that occurred in the Somerset Road, Sandys parish area around 12:15am on Thursday, October 25th. Detectives are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have heard or seen anything suspicious in the vicinity of Somerset Bridge or Lantana around midnight on Thursday.
Anyone that may have seen persons acting suspiciously in the area prior to this confirmed firearm incident is encouraged to contact the Serious Crime Unit on 247-1739 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.
Visible & Robust Policing for Halloween
Thu, 2012-10-25
Acting Superintendent Na’imah Astwood, Community Policing Division – For those who celebrate Halloween the intention 
is for it to be a fun event – an opportunity for harmless family fun, dressing up in costumes and going through the neighborhood collecting candy. Historically though, the event has attracted trouble-makers – not just here in Bermuda but in other countries too.
This year there is speculation and concern in the community that gangs will exploit Halloween as an excuse for criminality and spoil the fun for the wider law-abiding community. The Bermuda Police Service is also mindful that the event has in the past attracted a large number of other disorder and public nuisance offences as well as drinking and driving.
Let me be very clear that the Bermuda Police Service will be working hard throughout the entire weekend and beyond to make Bermuda safer. Our officers, supported by the Bermuda Reserve Police will be on the streets in large numbers to deter offenders as well as to mount a robust response to any incidents - including those involving firearms.
Two Vehicle Collision in Devonshire
Wed, 2012-10-24
At approximately 4:15pm police responded to a report of a road traffic collision that took place between a car and motorcycle on South Road and Tee Street in Devonshire.
The rider of the motorcycle has been taken to the hospital with suspected head injuries; however the seriousness of his injuries are unknown at this point.
The motoring public is being advised to avoid the area of South Road and Tee Street and to expect delays as traffic collision investigators are carrying out their duties. Update: That section of road has since re-opened to normal traffic flow.
Police Need Your Help in Locating Maxwell Smith
Tue, 2012-10-23
The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for information on the whereabouts of Maxwell Mustapha Smith born 14th April, 
1972.
Police need to speak with Mr. Smith, who is described as light skinned, approximately 6’ tall weighing 210 pounds but efforts to contact him have been without success.
If anyone has any information on where Mr. Smith can be located you are asked to contact the Somerset Police Station on 234-1010.
Confirmed Firearm Incident in Smith’s Parish
Tue, 2012-10-23
Police responded to multiple reports of gun shots being fired in the area of Peet Point Lane in Smith’s parish around 10:55pm last night (Monday, October 22nd).
Upon police arrival it was forensically confirmed that gun shots were discharged in that area, however there were no reported injuries.
The area was secured and an active investigation has commenced into this confirmed firearm incident.
