Archive for December, 2012

Video: Accident At Boxing Day Pony Racing

[Updated] There was an accident at this afternoon’s [Dec 26] Harness Pony racing involving two ponies and drivers. They were coming around the corner when they appeared to collide, resulting in both drivers being thrown from their seats. One pony was quickly controlled, while the other pony made a solo dash around the track and was stopped on... Read more of this article

Premier, Minister Address Christmas Day Murder

[Updated] Yesterday [Dec 25] Premier Craig Cannonier and Minister of Public Safety Michael Dunkley visited the family of Malcolm Augustus who are deep in mourning after Mr Augustus was killed early on Christmas Day. The 20-year-old was shot on the St George’s golf course just after midnight, and a 24-year-old George’s man has been arrested... Read more of this article

Video: Gombeys Out On 2012 Boxing Day

Boxing Day in Bermuda is never complete without the sounds of the Gombeys, and various troupes have started making their way around the island late this morning [Dec 26]. The island’s preeminent folk art, Gombeys traditionally span the island on Boxing Day with the groups growing larger through the day as Bermudians start following along and dancing... Read more of this article

24-Year-Old Man Killed In Motorcycle Collision

The holiday season continues to be marred with tragedy, with the police now confirming the death of a 24-year-old man following a motorcycle collision late on Christmas night. Police spokesperson Dwayne Caines said: “At approximately 11:28pm Tuesday December 25th 2012, first responders were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle road traffic... Read more of this article

Murder Victim Named, 24-Year-Old Man Arrested

The police have identified this morning’s [Dec 25] murder victim as 20-year-old Malcolm Augustus, and said that a 24-year-old George’s man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. At about 12:05am today, there were reports of gunfire in St George’s, and on arrival the police found the victim on St George’s golf course. “The... Read more of this article

Photos #2: 2012 Christmas Day At Elbow Beach

Hundreds of local residents made their way to Elbow Beach today [Dec 25] to celebrate Christmas Day. The annual tradition gets underway in the morning and continues throughout the day. The turn out resulted in what the police termed an “over abundance” of vehicles parked on South Road, and prompted them to warn that violating vehicles will... Read more of this article

Photos #1: 2012 Christmas Day At Elbow Beach

Hundreds of people made their way to Elbow Beach today [Dec.25], spending the day socializing and celebrating the holiday on one of Bermuda’s most popular beaches. Starting from early this morning, cars began to line up at the entrance of Elbow Beach, and soon spilled out all along South Road – prompting the police to issue a warning that vehicles... Read more of this article

Police: Cars Illegally Parked Will Be Ticketed

Hundreds of people have made their way to Elbow Beach for the annual Christmas Day get together, however the police have warned the holiday revelers that vehicles parked illegally will be ticketed and run the risk of being towed. “Whilst we believe that everyone should enjoy the day, we must ensure safety for all and as violating vehicles will... Read more of this article

Videos: Bermuda Christmas Lights At Night

As is the long standing tradition for this time of year, many homes across the island have been decorated with various Christmas-themed decorations and lights includind angels bows, candy canes, elves, Nativity scenes, Santas, stars, gift-wrapped presents, reindeer and more. You can view the first set of ‘Bermuda Christmas at night’ photos... Read more of this article

Fire: No Suspicious Circumstances Or Victims

The police said there does not appear to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire at the old Canadian Hotel building last week, and also confirmed that no one was injured. On Wednesday [Dec 19] evening, twenty-five firefighters battled the blaze, which sent smoke emanating over parts of Hamilton. A police spokesperson said: “The Bermuda... Read more of this article

20-Yr-Old Man Murdered On Christmas Morning

[Updated: Christmas Day has started off marred with violence, with a 20-year-old man shot and killed on St George's golf course at approximately 12.05am] Sometime around midnight there was a shooting in St George’s and unofficial reports indicate one person may have been injured. Police are maintaining a heavy presence in the east end. Details... Read more of this article

Small Fire Extinguished At St David’s Home

Shortly after 5.30pm today [Dec 24], the Bermuda Fire Service responded to a report of a house fire in the area of Great Bay Road in St. David’s. Upon arrival, fire fighters were met with smoke issuing out of a lower level apartment. Equipped with breathing apparatus, firemen were seen entering the premises and found what we understand to be... Read more of this article