Two Vehicle Collision In Southampton
[Updated] A two-vehicle collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred in Southampton today [Sept 3].
A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:35am Thursday, 3rd September 2026, police and emergency medical personnel responded to a reported serious two-vehicle collision in Southampton.
“Apparently the collision involved a car and a motorcycle, along South Road, Southampton near Harbour View Drive.
“Motorists travelling in the area are currently being diverted at the South Road, Lighthouse Road junction and the South Road, Horseshoe Road junction.
“Update to follow, when additional information becomes available.”
Update 1.40pm: A police spokesperson said, “The collision scene has been cleared and normal traffic flow has resumed in the area. Inquiries continue regarding the circumstances of this collision and any witnesses are urged to call 211, as soon as possible.”
Update Sept 4, 1.20pm: A police spokesperson said, “Sadly, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm Bermuda’s 13th road fatality of 2026.
“A 19-year-old male motorcyclist was seriously hurt after colliding with a car around 11:35am Thursday, 3rd September 2026, at the junction of South Road and Harbour View Drive, Southampton.
“Police, Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service, as well as ambulance personnel responded.
“Apparently, both vehicles were travelling in the westbound lane of South Road, at the time.
“Despite life-saving efforts at the scene and being rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance, an on call doctor later pronounced the teen dead at the hospital.
“It is understood that the 67-year-old male car driver was not hurt.
“Traffic in the area was diverted for approximately two hours, while the collision scene was processed.
“A BPS Family Liaison Officer is currently assisting the young man’s next of kin, while an investigation regarding the circumstances of this fatal collision is ongoing.
“Any witnesses that have not already come forward are urged to contact Constable James Adams by calling 211, or e-mailing jadams@bps.bm, as soon as possible.”
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