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Video: Police Observe One-Minute Silence
The Bermuda Police Service gathered at the front of the Hamilton Police Station today [April 17] to observe a minute of silence at the start of the funeral for His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. The Duke of Edinburgh was laid to rest today following a funeral at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, the BBC reported. The... Read more of this article
Police Remind Public Of Stay At Home Order
Noting they have received “reports of individuals on beaches at public parks and generally out and about,” the police have reminded the public that the changes to the regulations do not come into effect until Tuesday. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service has been receiving reports of individuals on beaches at public... Read more of this article
No Access To Parks, Beaches & Railway Trail
The police are reminding the public that under the Stay At Home Regulations 2021, “persons will not be allowed access to the railway trails, all public parks, all public beaches, all playgrounds, and all golf courses.” A police spokesperson said, “The public is reminded that under the Covid-19 Emergency Powers Stay At Home Regulations... Read more of this article
BPS: Regulations Prohibit Cycling For Recreation
The police have reminded people that the ‘Stay at Home’ regulations “specifically prohibit the use of pedal cycles for recreation/exercise on Bermuda’s highways.” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said, “The Bermuda Police Service wishes to remind the public that as with the previous ‘Shelter in Place’... Read more of this article
Police: “911 Number Is For Emergencies Only”
Noting that “operators have been inundated with callers seeking information on Covid regulations and guidelines,” the police have reminded the public that “the 911 number is for emergencies only.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] operators have been inundated with callers seeking information on... Read more of this article
Police Comment On Arrest Video Circulating
A video is circulating that shows “officers effecting an arrest at a location in Pembroke” after they “responded to reports of a Covid breach where an estimated 30 people were gathered in an enclosed premises” and “one individual became aggressive,” the police said today. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police... Read more of this article
Bermuda Police Service Recruitment Underway
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is currently recruiting, with the deadline to submit applications set for Friday, May 7th. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is currently recruiting, with interested candidates invited to apply for consideration as a Constable. “The BPS is looking for eligible individuals seeking... Read more of this article
Police: Please Do Not Further Circulate Photo
The police have urged the public “not to further circulate the image of the serious collision aftermath” and to “refrain from speculation regarding the murder.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of an image circulating via social media showing the aftermath of a serious collision involving... Read more of this article
BPS: Ensure Ample Travel Time To Make Curfew
The Bermuda Police Service reminds the motorists and boaters that “ample travel time should be allowed to safely get to their final destination before the start of curfew at 11pm.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to advise motorists and boaters that ample travel time should be allowed to safely... Read more of this article
Police: “Individual Does Not Pose A Threat”
The police said they have spoken with the individual seen in a video making threats, explaining that he is “currently being provided support and care by authorities in the U.K.” with the police adding they are “satisfied the individual does not pose a threat and there is no need for the public to be alarmed.” A police spokesperson... Read more of this article
Police: ‘Will Ensure The Expeditious Process’
The police revised the process for the handling of files related to Covid regulation breaches to “ensure the expeditious process of these matters,” and said a ”number of persons will appear in court starting next week.” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has recently undertaken... Read more of this article
Video: Police Press Conference On Fires
[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is holding a press conference this morning [March 25] regarding the recent suspicious fires in the Pembroke area. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The police said, “”In the last two weeks, we’ve had at least six incidents; that’s... Read more of this article
Avoid Visiting Unless ‘Absolutely Necessary’
Citing the “recent uptick in positive Covid-19 cases,” the police are asking the public to “avoid visiting police stations to make reports unless absolutely necessary.” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said, “In light of the recent uptick in positive Covid-19 cases, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] advises... Read more of this article
