Category: Crime
Court Dismiss Appeal In $67K Forfeiture Case
The court has dismissed an appeal from Nicai Lambert against an Order of Forfeiture under the Proceeds of Crime Act, with the Court saying “the appeal is dismissed on all grounds of appeal.” In describing the background to the case — which saw some $67,000 confiscated by the authorities — the ruling said, “On Thursday 16... Read more of this article
Police Treating It As An ‘Attempted Murder’
The police “are treating the armed invasion as an attempted murder,” National Security Minister Renee Ming said in reference to the recent incident which saw a man arrested and firearm seized after a home invasion. Speaking at a recent press briefing, Minister Ming said, “Earlier this week, I addressed the recent crime related incidences... Read more of this article
Man Arrested, 1/2 Million Of Cannabis Seized
“More than half a million dollars worth of cannabis was seized after police executed a warrant at a residence early this morning,” and a “48- year-old Bermudian male is now in police custody,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “More than half a million dollars-worth of cannabis was seized after police executed... Read more of this article
BPS Welcome Guilty Verdict In Firearm Case
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they welcome “the guilty verdict as well as the sentence handed down in the matter against James Rumley, who was charged for importing firearms components.” Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, Officer in Charge – Serious Crime Division said, “We support Mr. Justice Wolffe that a crystal... Read more of this article
Arrests Made After Home Invasion With Firearm
Noting a “disturbing video circulating,” the police confirmed the “firearm seen in this video along with multiple rounds of ammunition have been seized” and the “injured male is now under arrest and warded at KEMH” and a second male was also arrested, with the incident stemming from a “home invasion involving... Read more of this article
Public Thanked For Help Locating Neko Cann
The police have thanked the “public for their assistance in locating Neko Cann,” and said that “Mr. Cann is currently assisting police with inquiries relating to a number of criminal matters.” This follows after a statement on December 2nd when the police said that they are “seeking the public’s assistance in locating... Read more of this article
Police Reminder: Vehicle Theft Prevention Tips
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is reminding residents of the following vehicle theft prevention tips. A police spokesperson said, “With several thefts of and from vehicles in recent weeks, the Bermuda Police Service is reminding residents of the following vehicle theft prevention tips. 1. Always lock unattended vehicles “Fuelling up or popping... Read more of this article
Justin Williams “In Custody Of U.S. Authorities”
Police have confirmed that Justin Williams “is in the custody of U.S. Authorities” and said they are working “to secure his return to Bermuda with regard to matters under investigation.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware Mr. Williams is in the custody of US Authorities. The BPS is working to... Read more of this article
Billionaire’s Lawyers Say He Has Dementia
Robert Brockman – the business tycoon charged in the largest-ever tax case against a U.S. individual — is “facing progressive dementia that will render him unable to help in his defense, according to a legal filing citing his doctors,” according to report from Bloomberg. According to the initial indictment, Mr Brockman, an... Read more of this article
Police: Neko Cann ‘Wanted For Questioning’
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Neko Cann who is “wanted for questioning in relation to a number of criminal matters,” with the police noting he is “not considered dangerous to members of the public, but anyone knowing his whereabouts is urged to contact the police.” A police spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Bermudian Fatally Shot By Georgia Police
Alonzo Leroy Landy, 32, was fatally shot by law enforcement officials in Fayette County, Georgia, USA, according to multiple American news reports and a statement from Georgia officials. A statement from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said, “On Sunday, November 29, 2020, the GBI was requested by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office to conduct... Read more of this article
Stolen Car Recovered After ‘Lengthy Chase’
After the police located a stolen car in St. George’s, “the suspect suddenly started the vehicle and commenced a lengthy chase” through several parishes, which concluded in Warwick with the suspect escaping on foot and police recovering the vehicle. A police spokesperson said, “At 12:00 pm on Monday 30th November, uniformed police... Read more of this article
