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Car Driver Strikes Wall In St George’s

Car Driver Strikes Wall In St George’s

A car driver struck the wall near the entrance to the Esso Service Station building and the “wall collapsed and a male station attendant sustained minor cuts and bruises after he fell when he attempted to avoid being struck by the car,” the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Police were called out to a single vehicle collision... Read more of this article

Police Confirm Death Of Nelson Macedo

Police Confirm Death Of Nelson Macedo

The police have now confirmed the death of 42-year-old Nelson Macedo, who died following an industrial accident last week in St George’s. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS], can now confirm the identity of the male Portuguese National who was injured in an industrial accident which occurred last week, as 42-year-old... Read more of this article

42-Year-Old Man Dies In Industrial Accident

42-Year-Old Man Dies In Industrial Accident

The police have confirmed the death of a 42-year-old man following an “industrial accident at a construction site in St. George.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 10th, 2023, police attended a report of an industrial accident at a construction site in St. George. “It was reported a 42-year-old... Read more of this article

Police Confirm Death Of Lovella Cruz

Police Confirm Death Of Lovella Cruz

The police have identified the victim of the fatal road traffic collision as 48-year-old Lovella Cruz. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the identity of the victim in that fatal road traffic collision which occurred around 10:50 p.m. on Thursday, November 9th, 2023, as 48-year-old Filipino National, Lovella... Read more of this article

Van Crashes On Side In Pembroke

Van Crashes On Side In Pembroke

[Updated with video + police statement] A van was seen crashed on its side on St. Johns Road in Pembroke this afternoon [Nov 12] with the vehicle removed by a tow truck at around 2.00pm. Further details are limited, however we have asked the police for information and will update as able. Update Nov 13, 6.49pm: The police said, “Around 12:45... Read more of this article

Female Dies After Collision In Sandys

Female Dies After Collision In Sandys

A female motorcycle rider has died following a collision in Sandys, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:50 p.m. on Thursday, 9 November 2023 police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious two vehicle collision on Somerset Road near the junction with Clyde Best Lane, Sandys, involving a... Read more of this article

Truck Crashes Over Embankment In East End

Truck Crashes Over Embankment In East End

[Updated] A truck was seen crashed over an embankment in the east end last night [Nov 5] with the vehicle landing on its side near the water’s edge. Further details are limited at this time, however we have asked the Bermuda Police Service for information and will update as able. Update 3.37pm: A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:15pm... Read more of this article

Multiple Vehicle Collision On Trimingham Road

Multiple Vehicle Collision On Trimingham Road

[Updated] Motorists are being advised to expect delays on Trimingham Road in Paget due to a multiple vehicle collision this afternoon [Nov 3]. The Bermuda Police Service said, “Reported multiple vehicle collision on Trimingham Road, Paget. Currently, details are limited. Motorists travelling in the area should expect delays. Traffic travelling... Read more of this article

Driver Injured, Truck Overturns In Southampton

Driver Injured, Truck Overturns In Southampton

Police received reports that a “truck had overturned” in Southampton and the “driver was trapped inside the vehicle” and he “was extracted and taken to KEMH for treatment of his injuries which are not believed life-threatening.” The Bermuda Police Service said, “Around 10:20 this morning, police received reports... Read more of this article

Pedestrian In Intensive Care Unit After Collision

Pedestrian In Intensive Care Unit After Collision

A visitor to the island is in the ICU after a “serious road traffic collision involving a male pedestrian and a water truck in the area of Marley Beach, Warwick,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 7:15 p.m. on Monday, October 30th, 2023, police officers were dispatched to a serious road traffic collision... Read more of this article

Two People Injured In Collision In Devonshire

Two People Injured In Collision In Devonshire

Two people were injured in a collision involving a van and a motorcycle in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 6:20 a.m. on Saturday, October 28th, 2023, police responded to a reported serious two vehicle collision, involving a van and a motorcycle, at the junction of Chaingate Hill and Middle Road in Devonshire. “Upon... Read more of this article

Two People Injured In Motorcycle Collision

Two People Injured In Motorcycle Collision

Two people were injured in a collision involving two motorcycles last night [Oct 27] in Hamilton parish. A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:55 p.m. on Friday, October 27th 2023, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported serious road traffic collision involving two motorcycles on North Shore Road near the junction with... Read more of this article

Two Vehicle Collision In Devonshire Parish

Two Vehicle Collision In Devonshire Parish

A two vehicle collision involving a van and a motorcycle occurred in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious two vehicle collision involving a van and a motorcycle at the junction of Chaingate Hill and Middle Road in Devonshire. “The scene is currently being processed and the roadway is closed to all traffic. Motorists... Read more of this article

Two Vehicle Collision In Hamilton Parish

Two Vehicle Collision In Hamilton Parish

A two vehicle collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred this afternoon [Oct 24] in Hamilton parish. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious two vehicle collision involving a motor car and a motorcycle near the junction of Coney Island Road and North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish. The scene of the crash is closed off to... Read more of this article

53-Year-Old Motorcyclist In ICU After Collision

53-Year-Old Motorcyclist In ICU After Collision

A 53-year-old motorcyclist was “admitted into the Intensive Care Unit with injuries that were considered to be life threatening” after a motorcycle crash yesterday evening, the police confirmed. A Police spokesperson said, “Around 7:45pm Monday, 2nd October 2023, police officers and emergency medical personnel responded to a reported... Read more of this article

52-Yr-Old Man In ICU After Collision

52-Yr-Old Man In ICU After Collision

A 52-year-old man was transported to hospital after a collision in Sandys on Sunday [Oct 1]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2pm Sunday, 1st October 2023, police officers and emergency medical personnel responded to a reported collision on Somerset Road in Sandys parish, near the junction with Heydon Gardens. “It appears that a van being... Read more of this article