Category: Crime
Police Confirm: Female Dies After Shooting
[Updated] A female has died following a shooting, the police have confirmed, A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 12:30 a.m. on Friday, June 7, 2024, police and other first responders were dispatched to a residence on South Terrace, Pembroke following a report of a female having been found with a gunshot wound. “Upon their arrival, officers... Read more of this article
‘Number Of Thefts From Boats In Recent Days’
The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the assistance of the public, following a number of thefts from boats in recent days. A police spokesperson said, “The public are asked to report any persons seen acting suspiciously around bays and in the vicinity of moored boats and to report the sale of second hand marine equipment that appears to be of... Read more of this article
BPS On Investigations Into Money Laundering
“Between 2021 and the present, five people have been convicted and monies seized following investigations into suspected money laundering offences,” the police said. A police spokesperson said, “Investigations by the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] Financial Crime Unit into acts of money laundering have led to a number of convictions and resulted... Read more of this article
Court: 18-Year-Old Charged With Shooting
An 18-year-old appeared in Magistrates Court in connection with a shooting on May 2nd. 18-year-old Kentaro Bean, of Devonshire, faces multiple charges relating to discharging a firearm and possessing ammunition and a firearm. His bail was set at $50,000 with a like surety and he was placed under 24-hour house arrest with an electronic monitoring device,... Read more of this article
19 People Arrested Over Bermuda Day Weekend
There were 19 arrests made by police over the Bermuda Day holiday weekend, including 5 for impaired driving. A police spokesperson said, “There were also 3 other incidents over the weekend involving bladed articles, resulting in two further victims being treated at the hospital and released for non-life threatening injuries. “Since 2020,... Read more of this article
Firearm Recovered In Sandys Parish
Police recovered a firearm after they “observed persons flee on foot after seeing police” in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “At 11:10pm on Thursday 23rd May 2024, officers were on patrol in the area of Cambridge Road, Sandys Parish when they observed persons flee on foot after seeing police. “The officers made a search of... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Zijae Jones
The police have confirmed the death of 20-year-old Zijae Jones, and thanked all of the people who have come forward so far and noted that “police are still seeking to speak with additional persons who are believed to be in possession of key information regarding this murder investigation.” Speaking at a press conference yesterday, Assistant... Read more of this article
18-Year-Old Charged With Fatal Stabbing
An 18-year-old male has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of 20-year-old Zijae Jones, which occurred at Horseshoe Bay Beach on Bermuda Day Dahny Simmons-Outerbridge, of Warwick, was charged with killing Zijae Jones. He was also charged with being in possession of a knife in a public place. Simmons-Outerbridge was not required to enter... Read more of this article
Police Warn Again Of Fake Ads On Social Media
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has issued another warning to residents about fake social media adverts that use the likeness of local public figures and mimic local news outlet designs. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] reminds residents to be wary of fake social media adverts promising quick financial gains or other... Read more of this article
Police: Don’t Share Videos Of Crime Scene
The police said they are “aware of several videos being circulated, in relation to a fatal stabbing incident, which took place at Horseshoe Bay Beach,” and urged people to please not share them. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of several videos being circulated, in relation to a fatal stabbing incident,... Read more of this article
Police Confirm: Man Dies After Stabbing
[Updated] A 17-year-old male has been arrested after a 20-year-old man was stabbed at Horseshoe Bay Beach this afternoon [May 24], the police have confirmed, with the police subsequently confirming that the victim has died. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:15 PM on Friday, 24th, May 2024 police responded to a report of a disturbance at the... Read more of this article
Man Injured In Stabbing In Hamilton
The police confirmed that a male was injured in a stabbing this morning and said “this incident took place in front of a large number of Bermuda Day spectators.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 8 AM on Friday, 24th of May 2024 police were in the process of clearing the raceway on Front Street CoH, when they were alerted... Read more of this article
BPS & Customs Inquiry Leads To Drug Seizure
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] and the Customs Department “intercepted a considerable amount of illegal substances entering the island.” Detective Chief Inspector Jason Smith, Officer in Charge, Specialist Investigations Department said, “During a bilateral investigation, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] and the Customs Department intercepted... Read more of this article
Six Cars Reported Stolen, All Recovered
From March until May, the police received “six reports of six different cars being stolen from outside six separate homes” and “in each case, the vehicle was left parked with the keys inside and later recovered at a different location, intact.” A police spokesperson said, “During 1st March 2024 until 22nd May 2024, the Bermuda... Read more of this article
49-Year-Old Motorcyclist Arrested After Collision
[Updated] A 49-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving following a collision in Devonshire on Sunday evening. A spokesperson said, “A collision involving two male motorcyclists along North Shore Road, Devonshire, near Loyal Hill Road around 7:10pm Sunday 19th May 2024, has led to the arrest of one of the men, said to be a 49-year-old... Read more of this article
Man Hospitalised After Stabbing Incident
A 33-year-old Sandys parish man has been hospitalised after a stabbing incident in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:40am Sunday, 12th May 2024, police received a report of a stabbing incident. “Apparently a 33-year-old Sandys parish man was assaulted by another individual in the parking lot between Legends Bar and Mr. Chicken... Read more of this article
