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Shooting In Pembroke, No One Injured

Shooting In Pembroke, No One Injured

A shooting occurred in the Pembroke area and there were no reported injuries, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:35 a.m. on Saturday, February 3, 2024, police received a 911 call reporting multiple gunshots heard in the Crossland Lane area, Pembroke. “Officers attended and upon arrival, found evidence to confirm... Read more of this article

Man Arrested, Firearm, Drugs & Cash Seized

Man Arrested, Firearm, Drugs & Cash Seized

A 22-year-old man was arrested and a warrant was executed at his residence, where a “firearm was recovered and seized” along with a large quantity of controlled drugs and cash, the police have confirmed. A spokesperson said, “A traffic stop in St. George’s on Saturday, January 27, 2024, has led to the recovery of a firearm. “Police... Read more of this article

Police Investigating Incident In Dockyard

Police Investigating Incident In Dockyard

Police responded to a “report of a possible firearms incident at a Dockyard residence” this afternoon [Jan 25] and an investigation into the matter has commenced. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 2pm on Thursday 25th January, 2024, police responded to a report of a possible firearms incident at a Dockyard residence. “Information... Read more of this article

Minister Condemns Violence Outside Courts

Minister Condemns Violence Outside Courts

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks has ”condemned the acts of violence which took place outside of the Supreme Court recently.” Minister Weeks said, “Several incidences of anti-social behaviour occurred last week outside of our court buildings. These acts of violence involved assaulting and harassing court officers who were carrying... Read more of this article

Police Comment Following Not Guilty Verdict

Police Comment Following Not Guilty Verdict

“We respect the integrity of the judicial process and accept the court’s decision,” the police said following the recent trial in the Supreme Court, adding that “it is essential that we come together as a community to show empathy and understanding, as we navigate the aftermath of this trial.” This follows after Raheem... Read more of this article

Court: Raheem Wray Found Not Guilty

Court: Raheem Wray Found Not Guilty

Following a trial in the Supreme Court, Raheem Wray has been found not guilty of the murder of Osagi Bascome. Mr Bascome, a national level footballer, was murdered in December 2021. After a trial that began earlier this month, the jury of 10 women and two men returned the verdict of not guilty this evening. Both families reacted to the verdict in court,... Read more of this article

Murder Trial Continues In Supreme Court

Murder Trial Continues In Supreme Court

The murder trial of Raheem Wray — who is charged with murdering Osagi Bascome — continues in the Supreme Court, with Assistant Justice Mark Pettingill expressing concern about social media posts. Justice Pettingill reminded jurors not to view social media reports discussing the ongoing trial. The BBC reported that he did not specify the... Read more of this article

Police Seize 138 Cannabis Plants In St George’s

Police Seize 138 Cannabis Plants In St George’s

The Bermuda Police Service has “commenced an investigation into the discovery of multiple cannabis cultivation plots in the eastern end of the island.” A police spokesperson said, “Police were alerted to the location of a ‘grow site’ in the St. Georges area on Friday, January 12th, 2024. Officers attended the location and... Read more of this article

Suspect Smashes Case, Steals Jewellery

Suspect Smashes Case, Steals Jewellery

A suspect “used a hammer to smash a showcase” at the Walker Christopher Jewellery store on Queen Street and stole a “quantity of jewellery,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:12 p.m. on Saturday, January 13th, 2024, police received a report that a male had entered the Walker Christopher Jewellery... Read more of this article

Burglary At FoodHub In Somerset

Burglary At FoodHub In Somerset

The Food Hub branch in Somerset Branch was broken into, marking the third incident suffered by the food chain in recent weeks. Police Statement A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm it has received a report of a burglary at the FoodHub in Somerset. The matter is currently under investigation and anyone with any information... Read more of this article

CAA Grateful For Guilty Verdict In Murder Case

CAA Grateful For Guilty Verdict In Murder Case

Noting they find “it very difficult to respond to a decision that is so tragic, and in no way reduces the tragedy of the loss of Chavelle Dillon-Burgess,” the Centre Against Abuse said they ”are grateful for the verdict of guilty of murder.” Their statement follows after Kamal Worrell was found guilty of the murder of Chavelle... Read more of this article

WRC Commends Verdict In Murder Case

WRC Commends Verdict In Murder Case

The Women’s Resource Centre said they are “heartened by the guilty verdict in the Chavelle Dillon-Burgess case,” noting it “is a landmark case for Bermuda, and we recognise the efforts of the Bermuda Police Service in bringing Mr. Worrell before the courts and we wait with anticipation for his sentencing next month.” Their... Read more of this article

Court: Kamal Worrell Found Guilty Of Murder

Court: Kamal Worrell Found Guilty Of Murder

[Updated] Following a Supreme Court trial, Kamal Worrell has been found guilty of the murder of Chavelle Dillon Burgess. In a special breaking news broadcast this evening [Jan 10], the Bermuda Broadcasting company reported the verdict, and you can watch below. Speaking after the verdict, Detective Chief Inspector Jason Smith said that that it was was... Read more of this article

Ministry Statement On Sex Offender Devaun Cox

Ministry Statement On Sex Offender Devaun Cox

The Ministry of Legal Affairs and the Ministry of National Security addressed public concerns over sex offender Devaun Cox, noting that he was recently remanded in custody. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Legal Affairs and Ministry of National Security remain committed to addressing the concerns raised by residents regarding... Read more of this article

Highest Impaired Driving Arrests Over Three Years

Highest Impaired Driving Arrests Over Three Years

“Figures recorded as part of Operation Vega in the 4th quarter of 2023 “show impaired driving continues to be a troublingly prolific offence,” the police said, adding that “2023 witnessed the highest number of impaired driving arrests over a three-year period.” Robert Cardwell, Acting Superintendent, Tactical Support Division... Read more of this article

New Year’s Weekend Arrests & Policing Activity

New Year’s Weekend Arrests & Policing Activity

During the New Year’s Day holiday weekend, the police arrested four males for possessing bladed articles, six people on suspicion of impaired driving, and 13 people were arrested for various other offenses. A police spokesperson said, “During the New Year’s Day holiday weekend – from 5pm Friday, 29th December 2023 until 5am Tuesday,... Read more of this article