Suspect Arrested In Connection With Hit & Run
[Updated] Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the suspect involved in a hit and run road traffic collision which occurred in Pembroke Parish yesterday [March 7].
A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the suspect involved in a hit and run road traffic collision which occurred in Pembroke Parish just before 9:30 p.m. on Sunday 7th March, 2021.
“Police received several 911 calls reporting that a female who had sustained multiple injuries, was found lying on the roadway near to a motorcycle at the junction of Bishop Spencer and Palmetto Roads around that time. She was reportedly conscious but unable to stand.
“Police and EMS personnel were dispatched to the scene and on arrival discovered the woman had sustained facial, neck and back injuries and was going in and out of consciousness.
“Reports are the victim was riding a black Yamaha Mio motorcycle west along Palmetto Road, when as she approached the junction with Bishop Spencer Road, she was struck by an unknown silver Suzuki Swift motorcar, that was attempting to turn right onto Palmetto Road.
“The driver is said to have then pulled into the bus layby just east of the junction on Palmetto Road and briefly exited the vehicle before leaving the scene.
“The 31-year-old victim was transported via ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment to her injuries, which were deemed serious but non-life-threatening.
“The roadway was closed off for a period as Traffic Collision Investigators and officers from the Forensics Support Unit processed the scene.
“The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank those members of the public who came to the assistance of the victim and also those who have so far provided information to assist with the investigation into this matter.
“However, we encourage anyone who may have information on this incident and has not yet spoken to police, to please call 211 or the main police number, 295-0011.”
Update March 9, 12.50pm: A police spokesperson said, “Thanks to the assistance of the public, a suspect has been arrested in connection with the hit and run incident which occurred at the junction of Bishop Spencer Lane and Palmetto Road, Pembroke, on Sunday 7th March, 2021.
“We wish to thank those who provided information as the investigation into that incident was carried out.”
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As someone who spends a fair bit of time on a bike this is both infuriating and scary . Hopefully CCTV footage from the area can help identify this car which oddly we know the colour and make/model but not the license plate number.
Even if a driver is insured and driving responsibly accidents can happen but as soon as one leaves the scene where do our minds go ? No license or insurance (including driving while banned)driving under the influence (of all substances not just booze) carrying a stash of drugs for personal use or supply or illegal weapons on board.
My wishes to the victim for a complete and speedy recovery .