Category: Crime
Soldier Disciplined After Assaulting Another
The Bermuda Regiment confirmed that one soldier was disciplined after what they termed an assault on another soldier during the annual training exercise at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. The incident happened on Thursday morning [May 2] and the victim received superficial wounds. The US Marine Corps Police were called in, and they decided the matter... Read more of this article
Caribbean Police Discuss Cooperative Measures
The Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police [ACCP] conference which was hosted by the Bermuda Police Service at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel recently concluded, with the focus on the conference being collaborative approaches and assisting each other where able. A new Executive Committee was elected, and Bermuda’s Police Commissioner... Read more of this article
Two Men Admit Stealing $33 Worth Of Food
Two men appeared in Magistrates Court yesterday [May 3] where they both pleaded guilty to stealing food from the Somerset Marketplace supermarket. Stanley Gibbons, 55, admitted taking items including sauce and brown beef [worth around $10] on 1st May 2013. After apologizing, Gibbons explained to Senior Magistrate Archie Warner that “I was hungry at... Read more of this article
Two Women Deny Receiving Stolen Goods
Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning [May 2] Chanel Smith,24, and Vanessa Blyden, 22, pleaded not guilty to unlawfully receiving jewelry and other items while knowing or believing them to be stolen. The allegation was that Ms Smith had received items valued at over $6,000, while Ms Blyden had received items valued around $1,600. The Court heard... Read more of this article
Patrick Stamp Challenges Extradition In UK
28-year-old Patrick Stamp of St. George’s appeared in a UK Court yesterday [May 1] regarding an extradition request in relation to the murder of Malcolm Augustus. Mr Stamp is legally challenging the extradition request. The police previously said he was taken into custody in the UK, with a “view to extradition to Bermuda to face charges.” A... Read more of this article
Three Defendants Plead Not Guilty To Murder
In this morning’s [May 1] Supreme Court Arraignment session, Wolde Gardner denied killing Malcolm Augustus, while Darrion Simons and Jahkeo LeShore denied the murder of David Clarke. Wolde Gardner [pictured] pleaded not guilty to the premeditated murder of Malcolm Augustus and to using a firearm to commit murder. Mr Augustus, 20, was shot and killed... Read more of this article
Three Males Granted Conditional Discharges
Three males, aged 16-20, were each granted conditional discharges in Magistrates Court yesterday [Apr 30] after being convicted of unlawfully possessing objects including knives and a baseball bat. Two 16-year-old schoolboys Kenwell Pearman and Malik Wilson had each pleaded guilty to charges involving the possession of a bladed article and an offensive... Read more of this article
‘Regional Cooperation An Important Component’
The Caribbean region is faced with gang violence and anti-social behaviour and regional cooperation is an important component of providing safe environments for our respective countries, Minister of Public Safety Michael Dunkley said today. “21st century policing demands that law enforcement be more flexible, schooled in the latest technology... Read more of this article
Weekend Arrests: 17 For Warrants, Drunk Driving
Over this past weekend [Apr 27/28], police officers arrested eight people on suspicion of impaired driving as the Selective Traffic Enforcement Programme [STEP] continues. Officers also arrested nine people for outstanding warrants and conducted liquor license checks at various liquor licensed premises throughout the island. One of the people arrested... Read more of this article
Man Charged With Handling Firearm & Ammo
A 55-year-old man appeared in Magistrates Court this morning [Apr 29] charged with handling a firearm and ammunition. The charges alleged that between 01 and 24 April 2013, Terry Thomas from Sandys handled a .38 cal firearm and handled .38 cal ammunition. Mr Thomas was remanded in custody and will reappear at a later date. Related Stories Court:... Read more of this article
Six Tips On Avoiding Real Estate Scams
Following a news story about a young mother being scammed of more than $2,000 for a real estate transaction, local real estate agent Tamika Todd of Platinum Realty gave some advice about avoiding fraudulent tactics. The six tips follow below. TIP #1 – Beware of any heavily under-priced (discounted) rentals. The property in question was a 2-bedroom... Read more of this article
Fines For DUI Offences, No Licence Suspension
After pleading guilty in Magistrates Court this morning [Apr 26], 41-year-old Joseh Rupcic was fined $1,500 for having care and control of a motorcycle whilst impaired, however was allowed to keep his licence. Yesterday 48-year-old Paget resident Antonio Duke pleaded guilty to driving whilst impaired and was fined $1500 however was also allowed to... Read more of this article
