Press Releases
Court Appearance: Man Charged Regarding Imitation Firearm
Fri, 2012-04-13
An 18 year old Hamilton parish man appeared in Magistrates Court on Thursday, April 12th 2012 charged with possession of an imitation firearm whilst committing an indictable offence. He was not required to plea as it is an indictable offence, which must be tried in the Supreme Court. The defendant is also facing sentencing regarding a credit card theft and a handbag snatch.
As a result, the 18 year old Hamilton parish man has been remanded into custody. He is scheduled to reappear in court later this month for all the aforementioned matters.
Read MoreInvestigation Ongoing: Gunshots Reported at Somerset Cricket Club
Tue, 2012-04-10
Detectives are continuing to appeal for witnesses to the reported gunshots that occurred around 2:45am Friday 6th April 2012 at Somerset Cricket Club in Sandys parish. Initial information suggested one man was injured as a result. It was later confirmed that two men, a 41 year old and an 18 year old were injured; however both received minor wounds. It is not clear at this time if their injuries were as a result of the reported gunshots; and this remains a focal point of the investigation. Both men were treated at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital and discharged.
Serious Collision
Mon, 2012-04-09
Around 12 noon on Monday April 9th, police responded to a report of a collision between a truck and a livery cycle. It appears that the vehicles were travelling along Malabar Road in Sandys when they collided. The rider, a visitor to the island, sustained serious leg injuries and was conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment. The scene of the collision was closed off from traffic for further forensic examination. It has since been re-opened. Inquiries into this incident are underway.
Sudden Death: Update
Mon, 2012-04-09
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 25 year old Ryan Craig. It appears that around 4:35pm on Thursday April 5th, police received a report of a missing diver in the waters off of Grotto Bay Hotel. As a result, police divers and a Bermuda Police Service marine vessel conducted an active search. He was located in the waters a short time later in an unresponsive state and was immediately given first aid while awaiting the arrival of an ambulance. He was conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 6.35pm.
Serious Assault
Fri, 2012-04-06
Around 6:15pm on Friday April 6th, police responded to a report of a serious assault in the area of Southampton Rangers Sports Club. As a result of a disturbance, one man was wounded and conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening. Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any information to contact 295-0011 or the independent, confidential Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.
Gunshots Reported at Somerset Cricket Club
Thu, 2012-04-05
Around 2:45am on Friday April 6th, police responded to reports of gunshots in the area of Somerset Cricket Club in Sandys. Officers arrived on scene and conducted an investigation immediately.
One man was injured and conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
Witnesses or anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the main police number at 295-0011, or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.
Sudden Death
Thu, 2012-04-05
Around 4.35pm Thursday, April 5th police received a telephone call from Bermuda Radio concerning a missing diver in the waters off of Grotto Bay Hotel. As a result, police divers and a Bermuda Police Service marine vessel attended the area to search for the missing man. He was located in the waters a short time later in an unresponsive state and was immediately given first aid while awaiting the arrival of an ambulance. He was conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 6.35pm. Police are not treating this incident as suspicious. No further information will be released until the next of kin has been notified.
Four Arrested in Connection With Aggravated Burglary
Thu, 2012-04-05
Superintendent Antoine Daniels - Police are continuing their investigations into the aggravated burglary, which occurred around 8:30pm on Monday 2nd April, 2012, at a private residence located on Middle Road in Devonshire Parish. Three men and one woman have been arrested and remain in police custody. The scene of the incident has been forensically examined and samples seized for forensic analysis.
Traffic Advisories: 2012 CARIFTA Games
Tue, 2012-04-03
The 41st CARIFTA Games will be hosted in Bermuda at the National Sports Centre between Friday 6th and Monday 9th April 2012. The following parking restrictions will be in place as of 11am on Friday April 6th until the conclusion of the CARIFTA Games at 10pm on Monday April 9th.
Parking for the general public and spectators will be provided at the following locations:
Witness Appeal: Burglary at Devonshire Residence
Tue, 2012-04-03
Around 8:30pm on Monday, April 2nd, 2012, police responded to a report of aggravated burglary at a residence in Devonshire near the junction of Middle Road and Hermitage Road. It appears that four suspects were involved; one female and three males, all wearing dark colored clothing with hoodies and scarfs covering their faces. One of the men is alleged to have brandished a machete while another had what appeared to be a firearm. The suspects forced their way into the residence and demanded money and jewelry from the occupants.
