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Police: O’Neil Swaby Retires After 20 Years
Detective Constable O’Neil Swaby has retired from the Bermuda Police Service after 20 years of service. A police spokesperson said, “Friday, 18th October 2024, marked the retirement of Detective Constable [DC] O’Neil Swaby. “A proud Jamaican, he joined the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] 20 years ago and has a total of 35 years’ policing experience. “At... Read more of this article
Police Highlight Cyber Security Awareness Month
The Bermuda Police Service, in recognition of October as “Cyber Security Awareness Month,” is once again reminding the public to stay vigilant and take preventive measures to protect themselves from the many forms of cybercrime. A police spokesperson said, “With October designated “Cyber Security Awareness Month”, the Bermuda Police Service... Read more of this article
Police Service: Residents Encouraged To Apply
Local residents interested in a career in law enforcement are encouraged to apply for the post of Constable with the Bermuda Police Service [BPS]. A police spokesperson said, “Local residents who are looking for a career in law enforcement, with a desire to represent our community and assist in ‘Making Bermuda Safer’, are encouraged to apply for... Read more of this article
Police Witness Appeal: Two Vehicle Collisions
On October 8, 2024, police found two abandoned vehicles in separate road traffic collisions in Smiths and Sandy’s, with no injuries reported. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:25 a.m. on Monday, October 8, 2024 Police received a report of a single vehicle road traffic collision [RTC] on Middle Road, near the junction with Verdmont Road,... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Male Visitor At Beach
The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for information following the death of a 48-year-old American visitor yesterday [Oct 7]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 3:00pm on Monday, October 7, 2024, police and Emergency Medical Services Personnel [EMS] were dispatched to a report of persons in difficulty in the water at Horseshoe Bay Beach. “Both... Read more of this article
BPS Driver Training Courses Underway
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is advising the public that it is currently holding driver training on the island’s roads. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] Driver Training Unit currently has four driver training courses in progress. “Three involve the use of police cars and one the use of police motorcycles, on our... Read more of this article
Two More People Arrested In Gun/Drug Matter
A 29-year-old man wanted in connection with the recent seizure of firearms, drugs, and ammunition turned himself in to police and “another male has also since been arrested in relation to this matter, making it five suspects arrested as part of this operation.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:40 a.m. on Wednesday, October 2nd,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Launch Of Sports Cards Series
The Bermuda Police Service in partnership with Hamilton Princess have re-launched the BPS Bermuda Sports Superstars cards series. A police spokesperson said, “Originally introduced in the 1980s and released approximately every 10 years, these sports cards feature notable local athletes from a variety of sports, with inspiring personal quotes.... Read more of this article
BPS Honors Constable Swan’s 35-Year Service
The BPS recognized Constable Lee-Roma Swan, who is retiring after 35 years of dedicated service, highlighting her positive attitude and commitment throughout her career. A police spokesperson said, “Acting Commissioner of Police Na’imah Astwood highlighted the policing career of Constable Lee-Roma Swan, who retires from the Bermuda Police Service... Read more of this article
12 Firearms Seized In Last Twelve Months
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] confirmed that “over the last twelve months, a total of 12 firearms and quantities of ammunition have been seized by officers.” A police spokesperson said, “Forensic examinations on these firearms have confirmed their use in crimes that are currently under investigation. Ballistic tests on a number... Read more of this article
Officers Attend Counter-Terrorism Forum
Detective Chief Inspector Jason Smith and Acting Detective Inspector Leroy Mathurin recently attended the “United Kingdom Overseas Territories Counter Financing of Terrorism Forum” in Miami Florida. A police spokesperson said, “As part of ongoing efforts to bolster the capabilities of your Bermuda Police Service [BPS], Detective Chief... Read more of this article
ICO Decision On Bermuda Police Service
Acting Information Commissioner LaKai Dill issued Decision 25/2024 about the Bermuda Police Service. A spokesperson said, “On 30 August 2024, Acting Information Commissioner LaKai Dill issued Decision 25/2024, Bermuda Police Service. It affirmed the Bermuda Police Service’s decision on a PATI request seeking records related to witness evidence... Read more of this article
