Category: Crime
Police Investigating Assault Of Student
The police said they are aware of a video clip circulating that shows a male student being assaulted by other young men, adding that they are “progressing the investigation into this matter,” with the police urging the public not to share the video. Assistant Commissioner of Police Antoine Daniels said, “The Bermuda Police Service... Read more of this article
59-Year-Old Arrested After Armed Robbery
[Updated] Police responded to an attempted armed robbery this morning [May 21] at Belvin’s Variety in Flatts where a man “brandishing a bladed article and demanded money”. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:30am today [May 21st], police officers responded to a reported attempted armed robbery at Belvin’s Variety in Flatts. “It... Read more of this article
‘Case Remains An Active Murder Investigation’
Police are renewing their appeal for witnesses to come forward to help solve the murder of Patrick Dill, who was shot outside of his home in May 2016, saying the ‘ case remains an active murder investigation.’ A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is renewing their appeal for witnesses to come forward in the murder... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Firearm Incident In Paget
Police have confirmed that a firearm was discharged in the area of Harbour Road in Paget on Sunday night [May 19] and are appealing for witnesses. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:30pm Sunday, May 19th police officers responded to a report of a gunshot on Harbour Road in Paget, in the vicinity of Manse Road. “It was subsequently confirmed... Read more of this article
Appeal For Witnesses To Harassment Incident
The police said they are aware of a social media post that describes an incident involving a man verbally harassing a teenage girl at the bus terminal on Thursday, and have urged any witnesses or people that may know the man’s identity to please contact the police. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a social... Read more of this article
Thefts From Boats At The Foot Of The Lane
The police said they are aware of thefts from vessels in the Foot of the Lane, Hamilton Harbour area recently and urge people with any information to please contact them. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of thefts from vessels in the Foot of the Lane, Hamilton Harbour area recently and encourages members of the... Read more of this article
Burglary At Vera P. Card Store In St. George’s
A police investigation is underway after a burglary at a St. George’s business on Saturday [May 11] resulted in a quantity of jewellery being stolen. A police spokesperson said, “Thieves gained entry to the Vera P. Card store on Water Street in St. George’s around 3am Saturday, May 11th and stole a quantity of jewellery. “The suspects, described... Read more of this article
Police Appeal For Witnesses To Handbag Snatch
Police are appealing for witnesses to a handbag robbery that occurred on Thursday night [May 9] on Woodlands Road in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “Detectives are continuing their inquiries regarding a reported robbery that occurred around 9pm Thursday, May 9th on Woodlands Road in Pembroke near the junction with Canal Road. “It... Read more of this article
38-Yr-Old Arrested After Boat Runs Aground
A 38-year-old man was arrested early this morning [May 10] on suspicion of piloting or being at the helm of a boat while impaired, after a boat had run aground in waters off Spanish Point Pembroke, according to police. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4am today [May 10th] marine police responded to a maritime distress call regarding a boat that... Read more of this article
Court: 60-Year-Old Man Denies Sexual Assault
Appearing in Magistrates Court today [May 9], a Sandys man was charged with sexual assault. The 60-year-old man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, denied intruding on the privacy of a woman and sexually assaulting the same woman. The defendant was ordered to have no contact with the complainant and was granted $5,000 with a like surety. He... Read more of this article
BPS: Ignore, Delete Obviously Deceptive Emails
The police are yet again reminding people to “remain vigilant” about scam emails, saying “don’t open them, don’t reply, don’t open attachments, don’t click any links contained in the emails and certainly don’t send any money.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is once again advising all residents... Read more of this article
Court: Man Admits Dangerous Driving In UK
A Bermudian man has reportedly been banned from the roads in England after he “roared” around at 80mph and “ignored stop signs,” according to a report in the Nottingham Post. The report said, “A Mercedes driver was banned from the roads after a court heard that he roared round Bestwood Park at 80mph one night. “City magistrates... Read more of this article
