Category: Crime

Two Males Arrested Following Assault

Two males have been arrested in connection with the “alleged assault of a 17-year-old male” yesterday in Pembroke, the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is investigating the alleged assault of a 17-year-old male, which reportedly took place around 10:20 a.m. yesterday, Monday 23rd January, 2023,... Read more of this article

Four Separate Dog Biting Incidents Reported

Police responded to four separate dog biting incidents on Friday [Jan 13]; two dogs were seized by the Animal Warden after biting a female senior citizen in Hamilton parish, a 76-year-old woman was bitten by a dog in Southampton, a 10-year-old girl was bitten by a dog in Pembroke and police also responded to a report of a dog attacking another... Read more of this article

BBC: Bevan Facing Loss Of Pension In Court

Former accountant Jeffrey Bevan, “who stole nearly £2m from the Bermuda government” is facing a hearing to determine if he will lose his pension. A BBC story said, “A former Welsh government and BBC accountant who stole nearly £2m from the Bermuda government faces a hearing to decide if he will lose his pension. “Jeffrey Bevan, 55,... Read more of this article

Investigation Into Attempted Robbery In Sandys

A police investigation is underway into an “attempted robbery” which occurred on December 31 2022, at the Bargain Hunters store in Sandys. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can confirm an investigation is underway in relation to an attempted robbery which occurred shortly after 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, 31st December... Read more of this article

Robbery At Henry’s Pantry In Southampton

[Updated with video] Police responded to a report of an armed robbery at Henry’s Pantry and Liquor Store in Southampton this evening [Jan 7] and confirmed that “early reports suggest that two men, one armed with a knife, entered the store and made demands for money.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 6:15pm on Saturday... Read more of this article

Police ‘Looking Into’ Altercation Shown On Videos

Noting they are “aware of video clips depicting an altercation involving individuals in traditional Bermuda Gombey costume being circulated,” the police confirmed the “matter is being looked into.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS], is aware of video clips depicting an altercation involving individuals... Read more of this article

Man’s Sentence Reduced Following Appeal

Christopher Perinchief — who was convicted of possession of ammunition without a licence — had his 12 year sentence reduced to 8.5 years following an appeal. The Court’s ruling said, “The Appellant in this case, Christopher Perinchief, pleaded guilty to possession of ammunition without a licence, contrary to section 3[1][a] of the... Read more of this article

Rider Fails To Stop, Crashes & Has Knife

A motorcycle rider failed to stop for police then “lost control of his motorcycle and struck a wall in the opposite lane, before landing in nearby bushes” and “he was found to be in possession of a large knife” earlier today [Jan 1] in Sandys, the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:53pm on Sunday 1st... Read more of this article

Charlton Loses Appeal In Sexual Assault Case

The court has dismissed an appeal from Ray Charlton against his conviction for intrusion of privacy and sexual assault, with Charlton lodging an appeal claiming “involuntary intoxication”. The ruling noted, “This is an appeal against Magistrate Mr. Craig Attridge’s finding of guilt against the Appellant on Counts 1 and 3 of Information... Read more of this article

ACOP Weekes: Policing Over Christmas Holiday

“The Bermuda Police Service wish to thank the public for helping make this Christmas long weekend a safe and peaceful one for all Bermuda residents,” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said. Assistant Commissioner Martin Weekes said, “A robust police presence was out on the streets this weekend conducting stop checks and patrols... Read more of this article

Man Arrested, Gun, Ammo & Drugs Seized

A 41-year-old man was arrested and a firearm, several rounds of ammunition, and a quantity of illegal drugs were seized. A police spokesperson said, “A firearm was last week taken off the street by officers as the Bermuda Police Service launched an operation dubbed ‘Operation Limelight.’ Officers executed warrants at a number of locations,... Read more of this article

Sean Simons Dismissed From Police Service

Sean Simons has been dismissed from the Bermuda Police Service, Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said today. Police Commissioner Simons said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that with immediate effect, PC Sean Simons was dismissed. This followed his guilty plea for intruding on the privacy of a female and an internal review process. “While... Read more of this article

15-Year-Old Male Robbed At Knife Point

A 15-year-old male was reportedly robbed at knife point yesterday afternoon [Dec 14] in Sandys, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A fifteen-year-old male was reportedly robbed at knife point of a quantity of cash, just before 3:30 p.m. yesterday, Wednesday 14th December, 2022. “The incident occurred shortly after the teenaged... Read more of this article

BPS Investigating ‘Inappropriate Altered Images’

Noting they are aware of “inappropriate altered images of local residents, including minors, being circulated on social media,” the police have confirmed they have started an investigation and reminded people that sharing images of this nature is an offence. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a number of... Read more of this article

Category: Crime

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