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Two Arrested After Burglary At Retail Store

Two Arrested After Burglary At Retail Store

A 19-year-old male and a 28-year-old male were arrested following a burglary at the P-Tech store this early morning [Oct 9]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 3:45 a.m. on Monday, October 9th, police officers on mobile patrol in the City of Hamilton were alerted to suspicious activity at the P-Tech Electronics retail store. “Officers... Read more of this article

$180,000 In Cocaine Seized, Two People Arrested

$180,000 In Cocaine Seized, Two People Arrested

Local officials intercepted a shipment containing cocaine with an estimated street value in excess of $180,000 and two people — a male and a female — were later arrested. A  police spokesperson said, “On Thursday 5th October, 2023, Police and Customs conducted a joint operation dubbed ‘Operation Hallikar.’ “The... Read more of this article

Inquiries Ongoing After Students’ Altercation

Inquiries Ongoing After Students’ Altercation

The Bermuda Police Service is urging the public not to share a video of a fight between two female students at Washington Mall but instead report any relevant information to the police or provide it through their community reporting portal. A Police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of a video, showing two female students... Read more of this article

55-Year-Old Man Attacked & Robbed In Sandys

55-Year-Old Man Attacked & Robbed In Sandys

The police are investigating a robbery in Sandys where a 55-year-old male was attacked by a group of men, with one of the suspects taking jewellery, cash and a mobile phone from the man, who was taken to hospital for treatment. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023, police responded to a report of a robbery,... Read more of this article

New Regulations On Expunging Criminal Records

New Regulations On Expunging Criminal Records

New regulations have been drafted and approved by Cabinet which aim to rectify an issue where cannabis possession amounts were not explicitly stated on applicants’ criminal records thereby hindering the expungement process, Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons said. Speaking in the House of Assembly the Attorney-General said, ”I rise today... Read more of this article

Two Arrested, Suspected Stolen Items Recovered

Two Arrested, Suspected Stolen Items Recovered

Two males have been arrested and “several suspected stolen construction items, a suspected stolen motorcycle, two suspected illegal pit-bulls, as well as a number of suspected cannabis plants” have been recovered, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, 27th September 2023, police officers from the Community... Read more of this article

Two Suspected Stolen Motorcycles Recovered

Two Suspected Stolen Motorcycles Recovered

Two suspected stolen motorcycles were recovered in recent days, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:45pm Wednesday, 20th September 2023, police officers on mobile patrol along Long Bay Lane, Sandys parish encountered two men wearing helmets with dark coloured visors, each riding a separate motorcycle. “The officers’... Read more of this article

Man Arrested For Possession Of Firearm

Man Arrested For Possession Of Firearm

A 24-year-old man has been arrested “after he was found to be in possession of a firearm and ammunition as well as a quantity of suspected illegal drugs,” the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Following the execution of a warrant at the suspect’s residence, a number of items believed to have been stolen along with drug... Read more of this article

Male Arrested, Collision, Video Circulating

Male Arrested, Collision, Video Circulating

A male was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving following a collision involving a police bike and a video is circulating “in which the person who recorded the video is accusing the police of wrongdoing in relation to this collision” and the police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or who may recorded images or video... Read more of this article

Three Suspected Stolen Motorcycles Recovered

Three Suspected Stolen Motorcycles Recovered

Three suspected stolen motorcycles were recovered in two separate incidents on Monday [Sept 18], and one person was arrested in connection with the one of the matters. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:35am Monday, 18th September 2023, police officers on mobile patrol in Warwick encountered two men on a motorcycle travelling along Spice Hill... Read more of this article

Man Sentenced To Prison For Causing Death

Man Sentenced To Prison For Causing Death

Christian Sousa Matias was sentenced to prison time for causing the death of Allen Trott by careless driving. The ruling said, “The Accused appears before this Court for sentence, having been convicted, upon his guilty pleas entered 3 April 2023, to a charge of causing death by careless driving contrary to 37A of the Road Traffic Act 1947 and... Read more of this article

Investigation Continues Into Firearms Incident

Investigation Continues Into Firearms Incident

The investigation continues into the confirmed firearms incident which occurred in the area of Court Street and Elliot Street, Pembroke shortly after 11.00pm on Saturday [Sept 16]. A police spokesperson said, “While forensic evidence was recovered at the scene, officers are still keen on hearing from members of public, particularly anyone who was... Read more of this article

Police Investigating Shooting, No One Injured

Police Investigating Shooting, No One Injured

The police are investigating a shooting that occurred just after 11pm in the area of Court and Elliot Street. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 16th, 2023, police officers were dispatched to the area of Court and Elliot Streets, Pembroke, following a report of gunshots heard in that vicinity. “Officers... Read more of this article

Police Confirm: 30-Year-Old Man Shot

Police Confirm: 30-Year-Old Man Shot

A 30-year-old man was transported to hospital after being shot early this morning [Sept 13] in the Tribe Road Number 5 area, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023, Police responded to reports of gunshots in the area of Tribe Road Number 5, just off of Ord Road in Paget. “Upon... Read more of this article

Arrested, False License Plate, Reported Stolen

Arrested, False License Plate, Reported Stolen

After a 19-year-old man was arrested for failing to stop for police and dangerous driving, checks of the motorcycle he was riding revealed it was fitted with a false license plate and had been reported stolen. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 8:00 p.m. on Monday, September 11th, 2023, police officers were on mobile patrol duty in the area... Read more of this article

Govt Advisory: Sex Offender To Be Released

Govt Advisory: Sex Offender To Be Released

The Minister of Legal Affairs has issued a public notification that convicted sex offender Neville Craig Richardson is set to be released, with the 54-year-old due to be released on August 31st. Photo provided by the Government The full Public Notice follow below [PDF here]: Related Stories Sex Offender Devaun Cox To Be Released Sex Offender TeWolde... Read more of this article