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From the Perspective of a Young Black Man
[Article written from the "'perspective of a young black man" who wished his name left off, saying the subject is important, not the messenger. While the writer is acquainted with the Bermuda gang lifestyle and knows young men who are participants in the underworld, he himself is not a gang member, nor does he have any criminal convictions.] He leaves... Read more of this article
David Cox Denies Murder of Yankee Rawlins
This morning [Dec 1] during the monthly arraignment sessions in Supreme Court 31-year-old David Jahwell Cox of Club Road, Smiths denied the premeditated murder of Troy “Yankee” Rawlins. He also denied charges of possessing a firearm and using a firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence. He was remanded in custody and will go on... Read more of this article
Videos: Kimwandae’s Mother Appeals For Peace
[Updated] In a heartfelt plea this afternoon [Nov 30] the mother of Kimwandae Walker, who was murdered on Good Friday of this year, spoke with the media, calling for the community to come together. Michelley Walker appealed for peace and asked people to speak up for the families and the children of those of have been left fatherless. She called for... Read more of this article
Duchess Pays Respects: Assassinated Governor
Following the brief church service at St Peter’s Church in St George’s this morning [Nov 14], Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Gloucester walked out of St Peter’s Church, turned sharply left and went deep into the eastern part of St Peter’s graveyard. She, alongside Governor Sir Richard Gozney and others, went there so that they could... Read more of this article
Obstruction: Convicted Child Killer In Court
Convicted rapist and child murderer Chesterfield Johnson appeared in Magistrates Court this morning [Nov 8]. Mr Johnson plead guilty to two charges of relating to obstructing the Police. On one count he was given a three month prison sentence, which was suspended for 18 months. He received a $1,500 fine for the second count. The court heard that Mr... Read more of this article
4 Years Later: Marcus Gibbings Unsolved Murder
Around 12:20pm on Thursday, 26th October 2006 - exactly four years ago – the lifeless body of 32-year-old Marcus Sheldon Gibbings was found in his Derwent Lane, Devonshire apartment. The Bermuda Police Service confirmed soon after that Mr. Gibbings died as a result of a fatal wound “inflicted upon him by a bladed weapon.” His brutal... Read more of this article
Antonio Myers Denies Kumi Harford Murder
Today [Oct 1] in Supreme Court 25-year-old Antonio Myers denied murdering Kumi Harford in December 2009. Mr. Myers, of Rambling Lane, Pembroke, also denied an additional charge of using a firearm to commit an indictable offence. He was remanded in custody and will go on trial on March 2011. 30-year-old Kumi Harford was killed around 5am on St. Monica’s... Read more of this article
David Cox Charged In Yankee Rawlins Murder
This morning [Aug 25] under heavy security 31-year-old David Jahwell Cox of Club Road, Smiths was charged in Magistrates Court for the premeditated murder of Troy “Yankee” Rawlins. Over 20 Police officers could be seen surrounding various areas of the court, armed with various guns and tasers. The Police blocked off part of Reid Street... Read more of this article
Burchall Report: Macabre Death Race
[Written by Larry Burchall – Column deals with death, please do not click through and read full post if easily offended] There is a macabre race underway. Today is 24th August 2010 and the race ends 31st December 2010. The race is between road deaths and gun deaths. Until today, Bermuda had seven deaths attributed to road accidents, with the... Read more of this article
Heavy Security As Yankee Rawlins Laid To Rest
Heavy security could be seen as mourners gathered to pay their final respects to 47-year-old Troy “Yankee” Rawlins, who was laid to rest today [Aug 13]. Mr Rawlins, a well known figure on the Court Street scene, was murdered a few days ago while standing in the entrance of the Spinning Wheel nightclub on Court Street. Approximately 15 uniformed... Read more of this article
Arrest Made In Yankee Rawlins Murder
[Updated] An arrest has been made in relation to the shooting death at Spinning Wheel Nightclub on Court Street of 47-year-old Troy “Yankee” Rawlins, who was pronounced dead at 1am today [Aug 9] after suffering multiple gunshot wounds. Assistant Commissioner of Police David Mirfield [below right] and Chief Inspector Nick Pedro [below left]... Read more of this article
Murder Victim: Troy “Yankee” Rawlins
The murder victim from this morning [Aug 9] has been named as Raymond Troy Rawlins, better known as “Yankee”. In what can only be described as a horrific start to the week, this morning saw 2 shootings in less than a 30 minute timeframe, as minutes before Mr Rawlins was fatally shot, a 21-year-old man was shot in the area of the Devonshire... Read more of this article
Eyewitness Report: Murder at Spinning Wheel
[Updated] [Bernews has spoken with eyewitnesses to the shooting murder that occurred just after midnight this morning [Aug 9]. They tell us that shortly after midnight a small light-coloured car with its licence plate appearing to be blacked out drove up to Spinning Wheel, and two men hopped out. They said that one appeared to be wearing some form of... Read more of this article
Two Shootings Tonight: One Murder
[Updated] Bernews understands there was a shooting on Court Street approximately one hour ago. It appears that one person was shot, and has been rushed to King Edward Memorial Hospital. The extent of his injuries is unknown at this time, however we will update with further information as it becomes available through the night. Update 2:15am: The Court... Read more of this article
Two Men Charged With Shane Minors Murder
Under a visible Police presence, 22 year old Ronniko Burchall of Pembroke and 20 year old Leroy Symons of Warwick appeared in Magistrates’ Court this morning charged with murder in the shooting death of Shane Minors [pictured]. Mr. Burchall was also charged with a firearm offence. Since the charges are indictable, neither men [who are half-brothers]... Read more of this article
Photos: Tribute Sheets Fly For Freddy Maybury
In a long standing and sad Bermuda tradition, tribute sheets to Monday’s shooting victim now hang in the Sandy’s Parish area. 34 year old Frederick Maybury was fatally shot in the very early hours of Monday June 14th while standing outside Woody’s Restaurant on Malabar Road in Sandy’s. The Police said there is “some indication”... Read more of this article
