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Police Confirm Shooting Victim Has Died

Police Confirm Shooting Victim Has Died

[Updating] At around 1.30am this morning, the police responded to the St John’s Road, Pembroke area by Western Stars Sports Club, and unofficial reports suggest there was a shooting and one person may have been shot. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 3.29am: Police confirm that the shooting victim,... Read more of this article

Court: 34-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder

Court: 34-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder

Appearing in Magistrates Court today, a 34-year-old man was remanded in custody after being charged with the murder of Edmund John Flood. Keivon Scott was charged with the murder of Edmund John Flood  on a date unknown between 30 September 2016 and 2nd October 2016, Mr Flood, 55, was found dead at a Paget residence on October 2nd, 2016. As the charges... Read more of this article

Minister Urges Public To Assist Investigation

Minister Urges Public To Assist Investigation

Following the shooting death of Isaiah Furbert, the Minister of National Security Jeff Baron said, “Like all of Bermuda, I’m in shock at this latest murder. And I’d like to extend my sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Isaiah Furbert. “The Ministry of National Security is aware that there are reports of increased tensions in those... Read more of this article

BPS Confirm Death Of 19-Yr-Old Isaiah Furbert

BPS Confirm Death Of 19-Yr-Old Isaiah Furbert

[Updated with video] Police have now confirmed the death of 19-year-old Isaiah Furbert who died following a shooting last night in Devonshire, and have appealed for anyone with any information to come forward. Acting Detective Chief Inspector Mark Clarke said, “Police can now confirm the death of 19-year-old Isaiah Furbert who died as a result... Read more of this article

PLP Express Condolences After Fatal Shooting

PLP Express Condolences After Fatal Shooting

The PLP is “deeply saddened to hear that another young man has lost his life to senseless gun crime” and it is a “sobering reminder that we as a community must collectively take strides to reduce the prevalence of these types of crimes,” Shadow Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said today. Mr Roban comments follow after a... Read more of this article

Police Confirm Shooting Victim Has Died

Police Confirm Shooting Victim Has Died

[Updated: Police confirm that a 19-year-old man has died as a result of a shooting that took place at around 10pm on Upland Street in Devonshire] The police are responding in the Devonshire area this evening [Oct 18], with unofficial reports suggesting what sounds like gunshots were heard. Confirmed details are limited at this time, however we will... Read more of this article

‘Death Being Treated As Murder Investigation’

‘Death Being Treated As Murder Investigation’

The police have confirmed that the death of 55-year-old Edmund John Flood is “now being treated as a murder investigation.” A police spokesperson said, “Following the results of a post mortem examination conducted, the Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that the death of Edmund John Flood is now being treated as a murder investigation. “Mr.... Read more of this article

Court: 28-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder

Court: 28-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder

Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning, a 28-year-old man was charged in connection with the murder of Lorenzo Stovell in September 2012. Trevone Saltus, of no fixed address, was not required to enter a plea as the matter must be heard in the Supreme Court. Senior Magistrate Juan Wolffe remanded him in custody, and he is due to appear at the November... Read more of this article

Appeal For Witnesses: Murder Of Jason Mello

Appeal For Witnesses: Murder Of Jason Mello

[Updated with videos] Police are appealing for witnesses to the murder of 25-year-old Jason Mello, who was fatally shot on Friday evening on Bandroom Lane in Pembroke. The police said the gunman is believed to have entered Bandroom Lane on a motorcycle wearing heavy dark coloured winter clothing, parked the cycle higher up on Bandroom Lane, walked down... Read more of this article

Police Confirm Death Of 25-Year-Old Jason Mello

Police Confirm Death Of 25-Year-Old Jason Mello

Police have confirmed the death of 25-year-old Jason Mello, who died as a result of a shooting on Friday evening. A police spokesperson said, “Police can now confirm the death of 25-year-old Jason Mello who died as a result of a firearms incident that took place on Friday, August 19, 2016, at approximately 7:35pm on Bandroom Lane in Pembroke.” The... Read more of this article

Shooting: BPS Confirm Death Of 25-Year-Old Man

Shooting: BPS Confirm Death Of 25-Year-Old Man

[Updating] Multiple police vehicles and officers can be seen in the Bandroom Lane area of Pembroke, and Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines has confirmed that a “firearms incident took place in Pembroke.” Details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 8.39pm: Unofficial reports from area residents indicate that... Read more of this article

Twenty Years Since Rebecca Middleton’s Murder

Twenty Years Since Rebecca Middleton’s Murder

Today [July 3] marks 20 years since Rebecca Middleton was murdered, with her family recently taking time to reflect on her life on what would have been her 37th birthday, and saying that she may not be with them, but she’s “still part of the family.” The 17-year-old Canadian was raped and killed while vacationing on the island, and... Read more of this article

Two Men Arrested In Connection With Murder

Two Men Arrested In Connection With Murder

[Updated] Two men — 26 and 31 years old — have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Fiqre Crockwell, the police confirmed today. Mr Crockwell, a well known cricketer, was shot dead earlier this week on Woodlands Road in Pembroke, and the police held a press conference today to provide an update on the investigation. The... Read more of this article

St David’s: “Words Cannot Express Our Sorrow”

St David’s: “Words Cannot Express Our Sorrow”

The St. David’s County Cricket Club has tonight paid tribute to Fiqre Crockwell, saying “words cannot express their sorrow” over the loss of a “true St David’s Warrior.” The Club said, “The entire membership of the St David’s County Cricket Club are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Fiqre Crockwell. “Fiqre... Read more of this article

Cricket Community Pay Tribute: Fiqre Crockwell

Cricket Community Pay Tribute: Fiqre Crockwell

[Written by Don Burgess] Rain couldn’t dampen a weekend of celebrations but the senseless loss of another of Bermuda’s young men has. Cricket and football star Fiqre Crockwell was shot dead early this morning on Woodlands Road while another man was stabbed and taken to King Edward VII Hospital for treatment. Mr. Crockwell represented Bermuda internationally... Read more of this article

Governor Urges Witnesses To Contact Police

Governor Urges Witnesses To Contact Police

[Updated] Governor George Fergusson has extended his condolences to Fiqre Crockwell’s family, and urged anyone who knows anything about the murder to contact the police or Crimestoppers. Mr Crockwell, a well known cricketer who represented Bermuda internationally and played in Cup Match, was shot dead early this morning on Woodlands Road while... Read more of this article