Man Arrested After Stabbing In Southampton
[Updated] A man was taken to hospital with stab wounds and another man was arrested following an incident in Southampton this evening [Oct 15].
A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, 15th October 2026, police were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at the Southampton Rangers Sports Club.
“Upon arrival, officers established that a male had sustained stab wounds. He was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment of his injuries.
“One man has been arrested in connection with this incident.
“Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information that could assist with the investigation, and has not yet spoken with detectives, to contact the police on 211 at the earliest opportunity.
“Police enquiries into the circumstances surrounding this incident are ongoing.”
The stabbing is the latest serious incident reported this week, following the shootings of a 22-year-old in Hamilton Parish and a 17-year-old on Curving Avenue, as well as two incidents that left men in critical condition: an explosion at a Southampton home and an incident in which a 42-year-old motorcyclist was struck by a pellet while an “approved contractor was culling feral chickens nearby with an air rifle.”
Update Oct 16th, 5.40pm: The police have confirmed the sad news that the man that was stabbed has passed away.
Commissioner of Police, Darrin Simons said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the identity of the man who tragically lost his life following an incident at Southampton Rangers Sports Club last evening as 39-year-old Lindley Scott.
“Mr. Scott was a father of four children who had been spending the evening socialising with family and friends when his life was cut short.
“On behalf of the Bermuda Police Service, I wish to extend my sincere condolences to Mr. Scott’s children, his family and friends, during what is undoubtedly an extremely difficult time.
“Shortly before 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, 15th October 2026, police responded to a report of a disturbance at Southampton Rangers Sports Club. During an altercation, Mr. Scott sustained multiple stab wounds.
“Patrons at the club immediately attempted lifesaving measures until emergency services personnel arrived. Sadly, despite their efforts, Mr. Scott succumbed to his injuries.
“I want to acknowledge those individuals who stepped forward to assist Mr. Scott. Their efforts, under what must have been extremely distressing circumstances, are sincerely appreciated.
“Shortly after the incident, a 32-year-old man was arrested in connection with Mr. Scott’s death.
“A murder investigation is now underway, and a Family Liaison Officer has been appointed to provide support to Mr. Scott’s family throughout this process.
“I also want to reassure the public that based on the information available to investigators at this stage, this incident is not believed to be gang related.
“Our detectives are working diligently to establish the full circumstances surrounding what occurred.
“We are appealing to anyone who was at Southampton Rangers Sports Club last evening, particularly those who may have witnessed the altercation, or the events leading up to it, to come forward. If you have information and have not yet spoken with police, please contact Detective Chief Inspector Derricka Burns on 247-1062, or by email, at dburns@bps.bm.
“As a result of this incident, Southampton Rangers Sports Club has been served with a closure notice, effective from 8pm Friday, 16th October until 8am Saturday, 17th October.”
Isn’t it (passed) time that this club was shut down? Or is it okay that so many violent situations take place there?