Tag: Somerset

Gun & Ammo Seized, Two Males Arrested

A gun and ammunition were seized and two males were arrested after the police executed a search warrant at a Sandys parish residence today [Apr 24]. A police spokesperson said, “Armed police officers executed a search warrant at a Sound View Road, Sandys parish residence today, April 24th. As a result, two male persons were taken into custody... Read more of this article

Man’s Body Found In Sandys, No Foul Play

[Updated: The police confirmed the death of 83-year-old Anson Simmons. Foul play has been ruled out] A man’s body was found in the Railway Trail area off Sound View Road in Sandys this morning [Apr 12]. Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines confirmed the body was found, and said further details will be provided in due course. We will update as able. Update... Read more of this article

Destination Dockyard & Lennon Dockyard Nights

The West End Development Corporation [WEDCO], in partnership with EPM Management, will be hosting Destination Dockyard each Monday evening from 7pm to 10pm for 18 weeks. A WEDCO spokesperson said, :This will be an evening of diverse local talent, combined with the element of competition, exciting prizes, family and youth engagement and unique shopping... Read more of this article

Dockyard To Host Historical Reenactments

The West End Development Corporation will be hosting Historical Reenactments on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday mornings during the summer season. In partnership with Select Sites Group, we will be hosting these reenactments from 9.30am from 5th May 2013 until 13th October near the Moon gate in Dockyard. WEDCO said, “With actors in period... Read more of this article

Resume Writing Workshop Held In Somerset

The Somerset Economic Empowerment Zone in conjunction with Somerset Exempt Company SWISSedge Ltd. and The National Training Board hosted Ready, Aim, Hired! Interviewing & Resume Writing Workshop held at the Prince Albert Lodge in Mangrove Bay, Somerset on Thursday, March 21. Some 15 coaches were on hand from the Somerset community, Bermuda Economic... Read more of this article

Shooting In Sandys, 22-Year-Old Man Injured

[Updated: Police confirm that a 22-year-old man was injured in a shooting in the Beacon Hill area of Sandys at around 10pm. His injuries are not considered to be life threatening. As of 11.30am on Wednesday morning, the shooting victim is listed as stable in the ICU] At some time around 10pm this evening [Mar 19] there was a shooting in the Sandys... Read more of this article

SEEZ’s Interviewing & Resume Writing Workshop

The Somerset Economic Empowerment Zone in conjunction with Somerset Exempt Company SWISSedge Ltd. and The National Training Board are pleased to host the Ready, Aim, Hired Interviewing & Resume Writing Workshop to be held at the Prince Albert Lodge in Mangrove Bay, Somerset on Thursday, March 21st, 2013 from 12noon – 3pm. The goal of this... Read more of this article

Temporary Traffic Controls At Somerset Bridge

Traffic at Somerset Bridge will be limited to one lane at times from the afternoon of February 11 to February 14, as BELCO crews will be working in the area. A spokesperson said, “BELCO wishes to advise motorists that from the afternoon of February 11 to February 14, crews will be working on Middle Road in Somerset. “Traffic at Somerset... Read more of this article

Photos: Police Conduct Manhunt In Sandys

At about 11am on Monday morning [Jan 28] the police responded to the Boaz Island area of Sandys, and a subject left the residence and has remained on the loose since that time. The police identified the person they are seeking as Christopher Duerr, and said he is believed to be armed.Crowds of onlookers gathered across the street as the police scoured... Read more of this article

Search Continues, Drugs & Ammunition Seized

[Updated] As of 9pm, Christopher Duerr remains at large, however the police said three other persons were arrested and a quantity of drugs and ammunition was seized from the house. Police have been searching for Duerr from approximately 11am this morning [Jan 28], and have stated they believe he is armed. A large amount of police personnel —... Read more of this article