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BPS Confirm: Man Dies After Shooting In Warwick

BPS Confirm: Man Dies After Shooting In Warwick

[Updating] Police are responding to an incident in the Warwick area this evening [April 7] with unofficial reports suggesting there may have been a shooting. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as as able. Police continue to remain on scene at the Warwick Workmen’s Club, in high numbers, with the area taped off with... Read more of this article

BPS Name Murder Victim: 18-Yr-Old Laje Franklin

BPS Name Murder Victim: 18-Yr-Old Laje Franklin

The police have now named the young man who was fatally shot in St David’s as 18-year-old Laje Franklin. A police spokesperson  said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the identity of the young man who was gunned down in St David’s as 18-year-old Laje Franklin from St. George’s and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. “The... Read more of this article

Police Continue Investigation Into Murder

Police Continue Investigation Into Murder

The investigation into the murder of Jordan Outerbridge – who was fatally shot one year ago — continues, with the police appealing for anyone with information to please contact them. One Year Ago Today Acting Detective Inspector Jason Smith, Senior Investigating Officer, said, “Approximately 10:30pm on 6th April 2021 37-year-old Mr. Jordan... Read more of this article

Suspect Arrested Over Murder Of Rugby Star

Suspect Arrested Over Murder Of Rugby Star

A man has been arrested in Hungary in connection with the murder in Paris last weekend of former Argentina rugby player Federico Aramburu – who played in multiple Bermuda World Rugby Classics. A source at the Paris prosecutor’s office told Reuters today that Frenchman Loik Le Priol was arrested last night. Hungarian police did not immediately respond... Read more of this article

Court: Man Pleads Guilty To Killing His Father

Court: Man Pleads Guilty To Killing His Father

28-year-old Tyshaun Brown pleaded guilty to killing his father Amon Brown in a stabbing incident in July, 2020. Speaking on the ZBM broadcast, Police Detective Sergeant Jason Smith said, “There are no winners in this case “The family is distraught, understandably, and at least today there is some satisfaction that justice has been served. This... Read more of this article

Taaj Muhammad Found Guilty Of Murder

Taaj Muhammad Found Guilty Of Murder

Taaj Muhammad has been found guilty of the murder of Ronniko Burchall, with the Bermuda Police Service saying the guilty verdict “was a collaborative effort of many that got us here today.” Muhammad was found guilty of the murder of Ronniko Burchall as well as using a firearm to commit the offence, and he was remanded in custody and will... Read more of this article

‘Murder Investigation Into Death Of 49-Year-Old’

‘Murder Investigation Into Death Of 49-Year-Old’

[Updated] The police have confirmed they “commenced a murder investigation into the death of a 49-year-old male who passed away after being involved in an altercation” in the Shelly Bay area, with a “46-year-old man arrested in connection with this incident.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS]... Read more of this article

Court: 24-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder

Court: 24-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder

A 24-year-old man has been remanded in custody after being charged with the murder of Osagi Bascome. Appearing in Magistrates’ Court, Raheem Wray was charged with the murder of Mr Bascome, which occurred in St. George’s parish in December 2021. Wray was not required to enter a plea as the charge must be heard in the Supreme Court. He was... Read more of this article

Man To Be Charged In Connection With Murder

Man To Be Charged In Connection With Murder

A 24-year-old man will appear in court next week in “connection with the murder of Osagi Bascome,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda police can confirm a 24-year-old male will appear in court on Tuesday 4th January 2022 in connection with the murder of Osagi Bascome.” Detective Chief Inspector Peter... Read more of this article

Man Released On Bail, Investigation Continues

Man Released On Bail, Investigation Continues

The police confirmed that the “person arrested in relation to the murder of Osagi Bascome has been released on bail while we continue to investigate the circumstances of Mr. Bascome’s death.” The police previously confirmed that a 24-year-old male was been arrested in relation to the investigation. Detective Chief Inspector [DCI] Peter... Read more of this article

24-Year-Old Male Arrested In Relation To Murder

24-Year-Old Male Arrested In Relation To Murder

The police have confirmed that a 24-year-old male “has been arrested in relation to the investigation into the murder of Osagi Bascome.” Detective Chief Inspector [DCI] Peter Stableford said, “Our appeal for members of the public to come forward and assist investigators by telling us what they know about this tragic incident, has been... Read more of this article

Police Confirm Death Of Osagi Bascome

Police Confirm Death Of Osagi Bascome

The police have now officially named the man who was murdered this morning as Osagi Bascome, who was one of the island’s most talented footballers. Speaking at a press conference this afternoon, the police confirmed they have launched a murder investigation and have appealed for anyone with information to please contact them. Mr Bascome being presented... Read more of this article

Video: Police Press Conference On Murder

Video: Police Press Conference On Murder

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is holding a press conference this afternoon [Dec 18] which they said was to “update the public on the tragic murder which occurred in the early hours of this morning in the St. David’s area.” We will update with further information as able. Update: The police have now officially named the man... Read more of this article

Police Confirm: Man Dies After Stabbing Incident

Police Confirm: Man Dies After Stabbing Incident

A man has died after a stabbing incident, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A police investigation has commenced into the circumstances surrounding the death of a twenty-three-year-old male, who succumbed to injuries sustained in an apparent stabbing incident. “Officers were at King Edward Memorial Hospital in connection... Read more of this article

Court: 37-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder

Court: 37-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder

A 37-year-old man appeared in Magistrates Court today [Nov 15] charged with the murder of 28-year-old Morissa Moniz. Anthony Davis was not required to enter a plea as the charge must be heard in the Supreme Court. He was remanded in custody and will re-appear at the December Arraignment Session. Ms Moniz was found in an unresponsive state at a Smith’s... Read more of this article

Court: Woman Charged In Double Murder Case

Court: Woman Charged In Double Murder Case

A 25-year-old woman appeared in Magistrates Court today [Nov 8] charged in connection with the multiple shooting and double murder at Robin Hood Pub last month. Quiana Butterfield of St. George’s was charged in connection with murder of Micah Davis and Ayinde Eve on October 26, 2021, and she was also charged in connection with the attempted... Read more of this article