Burglary, Sexual Assault At Smiths Residence
The police responded to an “aggravated burglary” at a Smiths parish residence today [Oct 19] where the occupants “reported that they were held at knifepoint,” and a “sexual assault is alleged to have taken place,” and the police have “declared this a critical incident.”
A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after noon today, Tuesday 19th October, 2021, Police Officers responded to a 911 report of an Aggravated Burglary at a Smiths Parish residence. The occupants who were at home at the time of the incident, reported that they were held at knifepoint.
“Of tremendous concern, a sexual assault is alleged to have taken place by the perpetrators. The suspects are described as being black males in their early twenties, wearing all black clothing, and riding a motorcycle.
“It is believed the suspects also made off with property from the residence. Detectives have formed a major investigation team, led by Detective Chief Inspector Sherwin Joseph as the senior investigating officer.”
The incident took place earlier today [Tuesday Oct 19] and police have urged the public to help identify the suspects.
Nicholas Pedro, Acting Assistant Commissioner – Crime said, “The Bermuda Police Service has declared this a Critical Incident. We are extremely concerned about this incident, and believe someone knows who committed this heinous act.
“We will work tirelessly to identify the suspects & bring them to justice – but we also need the public’s help. We need people to step forward to prevent this from happening again.”
“Please call 211 or 911 if you have any information relating to this event. Alternatively, you may also contact Crime Stoppers on 800-8477.”
“but we also need the public’s help. We need people to step forward to prevent this from happening again.”
Sooo where in Smith’s, approx time? More details are needed for people to set their mind in play.
Remind me again why we can’t own a can of pepper spray? This is BS.
We aren’t safe in our own homes during broad daylight on a Tuesday!!
Bermuda is circling the drain.
So,it would be helpful to know the vicinity so it may jog people’s memory.
The Smith’s Parish Council is gravely concerned to learn about this heinous act perpetrated upon residents of Smith Parish — and any resident of Bermuda. We pride ourselves in being one of the safest parishes on the Island. We hope that the public assists the police so that these miscreants can be apprehended quickly and go before the Courts. We extend our thoughts and prayers for the victims. — Dr. Lana Talbot, Chairman
To those who want to know precisely where the (alleged) attack took place, the immediate neighbours know because of the police presence yesterday afternoon and the police are being vague in order to protect the identity of the victims. If you want salacious details, I suggest you try social media. It has no filters and no verification of facts.
Spot on Joe.