Press Releases
Appeal for Witnesses After Man Injured in Union Street Area Stabbing Incident [Updated]
Fri, 2022-12-09
Shortly after 1:30 p.m. today, Friday, 9th December, 2022, police received a report of a male in the area of Union Street in the City of Hamilton, with a stab wound to the upper body.
Officers responded and located the victim near the junction of Union and Dundonald streets bleeding from an apparent stab wound to the shoulder.
He was attended to at the scene by EMTs and transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for further treatment to his injuries, the extent of which remains unknown at this time.
Police are asking anyone with information or who may have witnessed this incident, to please call the non-emergency reporting number, 211 or, the main police number, 295-0011.
Update: Monday, 12th December - The Bermuda Police Service, (BPS), is once again appealing for members of the public to come forward with any information they may have on that stabbing incident which occurred shortly after 1:30 p.m. on Friday, 9th December, in the area of Union Street in the City of Hamilton.
You may remember the victim, a 25-year-old male suffered a stab wound to the shoulder area and was transferred to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment to his injuries.
Those injuries were not life-threatening and he has since been released from hospital.
There has been some concern that this incident may have been gang related.
We wish to assure the public that investigations into this matter have confirmed that it is not gang related.
A male suspect is being sought in connection with this stabbing.
He is described as being a white male, 5’ 6” tall, small build with brown hair.
He is known to frequent Queen Street in the City of Hamilton, and is often seen near Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Anyone with information on this matter is asked to contact Detective Constable Patrick Jones on 717-2170 or via e-mail, pjones@bps.bm.
You may also call the non-emergency reporting number 211, the main police number, 295-0011 or, speak with a police officer you know.
Read MoreNinth Road Fatality of 2022: 71-Year-Old Malston Iris
Thu, 2022-12-08
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm the death of 71-year-old Malston Iris, Bermuda’s ninth road fatality of 2022, and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Mr. Iris, a pedestrian, was seriously injured when a minibus struck him on King Street, near the junction with Front Street in the City of Hamilton, around 6:20pm Friday, 2nd December 2022.
Despite receiving treatment from EMTs at the scene and being rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance, Mr. Iris was pronounced dead two days later.
A BPS Family Liaison Officer is providing support to his loved ones and the Roads Policing Unit (RPU) is investigating the circumstances of this latest road fatality.
Any witnesses who were in the City of Hamilton area of Front Street and King Street around 6:20pm Friday, 2nd December 2022, or members of the public with relevant information, are encouraged to contact Constable Terry Thompson at the RPU office on 247-1788, directly on 717-2393 or via e-mail tthompson@bps.bm as soon as possible.
Murder Investigation Appeal: Fatal Shooting of 20-Year-Old Keni Outerbridge
Wed, 2022-12-07
Detective Chief Inspector Peter Stableford of the Serious Crime Unit, provided the following update on the investigation into the death of Keni Outerbridge.
"About 10.15 pm last night, Tuesday 6th December 2022, police received several calls reporting gun shots in the area of Tribe Road #5 in Paget.
I can confirm 20 year old Keni Outerbridge suffered multiple gunshot wounds at the location and was later pronounced dead at hospital. A family liaison officer has been appointed to support the family and the investigation at this very difficult time.
Keni was known as “Loppi” to his friends and we know that he was at a party last night on Tribe Road # 5, Paget. We need the people he was with last night to tell us what they know and saw.
We believe two suspects came over Tribe Road #5 from South Road on foot and left the same way but we have no descriptions or confirmation a vehicle was used at this time.
The appeal today is to anyone who was with ‘Loppi’ yesterday, or who has information that would help, to get in touch with the investigation team led by Acting Detective Sergeant Odessa Philip on 717-2193. Alternatively there is the confidential Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477, 211 or just talk to a police officer you know.
Anyone with a dash camera please check your footage from around 10.00 pm to 10.30 pm last night. That goes for video door bells and home CCTV systems – these persons had to ‘stage up’ somewhere as it appears to have been a planned attack similar to other gang shootings."
Renewed Social Media Scam Advisory
Wed, 2022-12-07
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) recently issued a warning against making online payments to purchase goods advertised for sale on several social media platforms, mainly Instagram, only to then not receive the items paid for.
Those involved in this scam have continued to exploit unsuspecting persons and have used methods such as offering high end items such as furniture and appliances for sale at significantly reduced cost. Once an expression of interest is received from a prospective buyer, the would be seller then attempts to hasten payment by claiming there is a lot of interest in the item. Individuals not wanting to lose out on a “deal”, then make the payment and never receive the items advertised.
So far an estimated ten thousand dollars has been lost by individuals as a result of this illegal activity.
There is one particular fraudulent Instagram account which is being used to promote these items for sale, kamd_xo. The public is advised to ignore any advertisements posted under this account or any other Instagram account where the seller insists you make payment before seeing the item.
The misuse of the kamd_xo account has been brought to the attention of Instagram.
Detective Sergeant, Seymour Foote of the Criminal Investigations Unit, stated, “As we’ve previously advised please take necessary precautions when making purchases, particularly, online purchases from private sellers.
• When buying from a private seller, avoid making electronic bank transfers.
• Make inquiries of and about the seller.
• Meet with the seller at a public location within easy view of other people.
• If possible, take someone along with you.
• Be sure to physically check items before making payment.
• Do not make payment before you have received the item.”
If you are suspicious about a seller or items advertised for sale on social media, simply do not make the purchase.
If you are a victim of this scam or have information on anyone engaging in it or, acts of similar nature, please call the BPS non-emergency reporting number, 211, the main police number 295-0011 or, 800-TIPS (8477).
You may also wish to use the BPS crime reporting portal: https://portal.police.bm/ or speak with a police officer you know.
Remember, “if it appears too good to be true, it probably is.”
Man Fatally Shot in Paget: Murder Investigation Underway [Updated]
Tue, 2022-12-06
Around 10:15 p.m. this evening, Police received several calls about gunshots in the area of Tribe Road #5, just off of Ord Road in Paget.
Details are limited at this time, but we can confirm that a male was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital by ambulance for treatment of gunshot wounds. The extent of his injuries remain unknown at this time.
Update: The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm, the male who was shot around 10:15pm on Tuesday 6th December, in the Tribe Road #5, Paget area, has succumbed to his injuries.
A murder investigation has commenced and the scene is being forensically processed.
We are appealing to area residents to check their CCTV and Ring cameras for any footage they may have, to assist in apprehending the suspect/suspects.
Anyone who may have information regarding this incident, is asked to contact Chief Inspector Peter Stableford on 717-2286 or pstableford@bps.bm or call the confidential Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477.
We will provide further updates to the public in due course.
Update: Wednesday, 7th December - Detective Chief Inspector Peter Stableford of the Serious Crime Unit, provided the following update on the investigation into the death of Keni Outerbridge.
"About 10.15 pm last night, Tuesday 6th December 2022, police received several calls reporting gun shots in the area of Tribe Road #5 in Paget.
I can confirm 20 year old Keni Outerbridge suffered multiple gunshot wounds at the location and was later pronounced dead at hospital. A family liaison officer has been appointed to support the family and the investigation at this very difficult time.
Keni was known as “Loppi” to his friends and we know that he was at a party last night on Tribe Road # 5, Paget. We need the people he was with last night to tell us what they know and saw.
We believe two suspects came over Tribe Road #5 from South Road on foot and left the same way but we have no descriptions or confirmation a vehicle was used at this time.
The appeal today is to anyone who was with ‘Loppi’ yesterday, or who has information that would help, to get in touch with the investigation team led by Acting Detective Sergeant Odessa Philip on 717-2193. Alternatively there is the confidential Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477, 211 or just talk to a police officer you know.
Anyone with a dash camera please check your footage from around 10.00 pm to 10.30 pm last night. That goes for video door bells and home CCTV systems – these persons had to ‘stage up’ somewhere as it appears to have been a planned attack similar to other gang shootings."
Two Suspects Arrested in Connection With Northlands Primary Incident
Tue, 2022-12-06
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with that assault which took place at the Northlands Primary School, last Friday.
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) wishes to thank the public for their assistance leading to these arrests.
However, the BPS still wants to hear from anyone who may have information about the incident or who may have come to the assistance of the victim.
Anyone with information on this incident, is asked to call Detective Sergeant Seymour Foote on the following numbers 717-2282, 247-1154, the main police number 295-0011, or the non-emergency reporting number 211. You may also email Sergeant Foote at sfoote@bps.bm.
Northlands Primary School Incident Witness Appeal [Updated]
Mon, 2022-12-05
At 3:15 p.m., on Friday, December 2nd, 2022, police received a report of an incident at Northlands Primary School, Pembroke.
The caller stated he had parked his motorcycle in the school parking and was approached by the two males. An argument which ensued eventually became physical and resulted in a forty-two-year-old suffering a wound to the head as well as facial injuries.
He was transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where he received treatment for his injuries and was subsequently released.
The two suspects said to be twin brothers, left the area on foot, shortly after the incident. They are described as light complexioned, slim built, and approximately 5’ 10” tall. One of the suspects sports dreadlocks, the other had his hair braided.
At the time of the incident they were both dressed in grey hoodies, grey sweat pants and black neck scarves.
Anyone with information on this incident, is asked to call Detective Sergeant Seymour Foote on the following numbers 717-2282, 247-1154, the main police number 295-0011, or the non-emergency reporting number 211. You may also email Sergeant Foote at sfoote@bps.bm.
We are particularly interested in hearing from nearby residents who have CCTV cameras as they may have recorded the incident or footage of the suspects arriving at or leaving the scene.
Update: Tuesday, 6th December - Two suspects have been arrested in connection with that assault which took place at the Northlands Primary School, last Friday.
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) wishes to thank the public for their assistance leading to these arrests.
However, the BPS still wants to hear from anyone who may have information about the incident or who may have come to the assistance of the victim.
Anyone with information on this incident, is asked to call Detective Sergeant Seymour Foote on the following numbers 717-2282, 247-1154, the main police number 295-0011, or the non-emergency reporting number 211. You may also email Sergeant Foote at sfoote@bps.bm.
Operation Vega Update 7th November - 5th December 2022
Mon, 2022-12-05
During the period Monday, November 7th 2022, to Monday, December 5th, 2022, 428 tickets were issued for traffic offences. That’s down from 702 in the previous reporting period. In addition, this reporting period saw 48 Motorist Advice Notices, (MANs), which are official written warnings given to motorists by police officers, issued. A reduction from 68 in the previous reporting period.
Of note, 7,869 traffic offence tickets have been issued since the commencement of Operation Vega, on July 6th, 2021.
Addressing these results, Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell of the BPS Tactical Support Division, indicated: “The numbers continue to demonstrate the commitment of the Bermuda Police Service (BPS), to this initiative, geared toward making our roads safer.
We are indeed seeing good results with fewer traffic infractions being reported.
However, Impaired driving continues to be an area of major concern with 12 arrests for this offence in the last month. For the year so far, there have been 180 arrests for driving whilst impaired. For the same period in 2021, that figure stood at 121.”
Mr. Cardwell also expressed concern about dangerous driving practises. “Driving without due care and attention and dangerous driving continues to be prolific particularly during the early morning commute. Such actions create a bad driving/riding experience for other road users. We urge you to leave home a little earlier to avoid taking unnecessary risks which could lead to serious injury, or worse.”
The BPS wishes to remind the public of the guidelines regarding illegal license plates, as well as illegal tint.
Make sure your vehicle is properly licensed and insured. Also please ensure that your driver’s license is current.
The break-down of traffic offences reported is as follows:
Speeding 204 (-99) - Speeds range from 59 kph to 81 kph.
Impaired Driving Arrests 12
Traffic Sign 29 (-126)
Unlicensed Vehicle 57 (-29)
No third party insurance 50 (-20)
No Driver’s license 36 (-2)
Manner of driving 8 (-10)
Disqualified driver 3 (+1)
Seatbelt 2 (+2)
Helmet 2 (-13)
Handheld device 3 (+1)
Fail to give name/address 0 (0)
Fail to Stop 2 (-2)
Fraud Documents 1 (-3)
Defective Vehicle 5 (+4)
Making False Statement 0 (-0)
License Plate offence 14 (+12)
Tint Offence 7
Youth License Offence 2
Single Vehicle Car Crash in Southampton
Mon, 2022-12-05
Around 1:20pm on Monday 5th December 2022, Police and other first responders attended a report of a single vehicle collision along Riviera Road, Southampton.
Initial information suggests that a 67 year old man driving a motorcar and his 62 year old female passenger were exiting a private drive, where it is believed the driver may have suffered a medical episode and lost control of the vehicle, causing it to overturn.
The female passenger was able to free herself from the vehicle, however, the male driver who was unresponsive at the time, had to be extracted from the vehicle by Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service.
Both victims were taken by ambulance to KEMH for treatment of their injuries, the extent of which is not known at this time.
Anyone who may have witnessed, or has information about this collision, is asked to contact PC Rajiv Bailey on 211 or email rbailey@bps.bm.
Commissioner Darrin Simons Responds to Advocacy Groups’ Concerns
Fri, 2022-12-02
Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons - "The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) welcomes and appreciates the concerns expressed by advocates, in relation to an article in today’s edition of the daily newspaper, regarding the outcome of a recent court matter involving Police Constable Simons.
The BPS does not condone the actions to which he pleaded guilty and that has understandably led to disquiet among the community.
It never should have happened.
We condemn the actions of that officer in the strongest possible terms.
Particularly, as it undermines our continued efforts to strengthen the critical relationship between the community and the police.
However, natural justice processes must be followed in determining the final disposition of the officer. We therefore ask for the public to be patient as the process takes place.
Failure on the part of the BPS to follow principles of natural justice in our decision-making may result in legal and or financial repercussions.
I wish to once again state, the BPS welcomes feedback and views from advocacy groups representing any sector of the community. This provides opportunity for discussion and understanding for all."
