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BPS Promotes Inspectors Burns, Smith & Astwood
Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons promoted Inspectors Derricka Burns, Jason Smith, and Dorian Astwood to the rank of Chief Inspector. A police spokesperson said, “Ms. Burns, Mr. Smith and Mr. Astwood all joined the service via the Police Cadet Programme. The three of them combined, have contributed 93 years of service to Bermuda and her people.: Commissioner... Read more of this article
Fourteen Police Officers Recently Sworn In
Fourteen officers of Recruit Foundation Course 83 were sworn in at the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] Headquarters Training Centre. A police spokesperson said, “One week ago, a swearing-in ceremony for Recruit Foundation Course [RFC] 83 was held at Bermuda Police Service [BPS] Headquarters Training Centre, 1:15pm Wednesday [6th March 2024]. “As... Read more of this article
BPS Attends Women In Police Conference
Deputy Commissioner of Police Na’imah Astwood represented the Bermuda Police Service at the International Association of Women in Police Conference in the Cayman Islands. A police spokesperson said, “This week, Na’imah Astwood, Deputy Commissioner of Police, was part of a delegation representing the Bermuda Police Service at the International... Read more of this article
BPS To Re-Deploy Parish Officers On March 4
The Bermuda Police Service advised that “commencing Monday, March 4th, 2024, a number of Parish Officers will be re-deployed to general patrol duties.” A police spokesperson said, “This re-deployment will last until Tuesday, April 30th, 2024 and is part of continued efforts to make Bermuda safer. “This means there will be limited... Read more of this article
Police Firearms Training In Prospect Today
The Bermuda Police Service advised they will be conducting firearms training at their Prospect Headquarters today [Feb 27] and “there will be the discharging of blank ammunition resulting in the sound of gunshots.” A police spokesperson said, “Please be advised that firearms training will take place at the Prospect Headquarters of... Read more of this article
BPS Promotes Three Officers To Superintendent
The Bermuda Police Service promoted Dennis Astwood, Sherwin Joseph, and Jerome Laws to the rank of Superintendent of Police. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service today welcomed three officers to the rank of Superintendent of Police. “Dennis Astwood, Sherwin Joseph and Jerome Laws were today promoted from Chief Inspector... Read more of this article
Road Sobriety Checkpoints Starting On Feb 23
According to the most recent Official Notices, the police will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints starting on Friday, February 23rd, with the checkpoints set to take place in all nine parishes; St. George’s, Hamilton, Smith’s, Devonshire, Pembroke, Paget, Warwick, Southampton and Sandys. The full Road Sobriety Checkpoint Notice follows... Read more of this article
BPS Holding Police Driver Training On Roads
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is advising the public that it is holding driver training on the island’s roads until March 8. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service Driver Training Unit currently has several driver training courses in progress. “All involve the use of police cars and police motorcycles, at times... Read more of this article
Bermuda Reserve Police Seek New Recruits
“Men and women from 18 to 57 years of age, seeking a unique opportunity to volunteer within our community, are encouraged to apply for the Bermuda Reserve Police,” the police said today. A police spokesperson said, “The recruitment process involves written tests, physical tests and a medical assessment. “Applicants are advised... Read more of this article
Police Service Seeks Applicants For Constable
The Bermuda Police Service announced an opening for the position of Constable, inviting qualified residents to apply before February 21. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is inviting applications for the post of Constable. “Local residents who are looking for a career in law enforcement, with a desire to represent the... Read more of this article
Officers Complete UK College Of Police Training
Fourteen officers from the Bermuda Police Service completed a five-day UK College of Policing Multiple-Choice Question Writing Course at the BPS Training School, facilitated by Ms. Louise Dennis and Mr. Hurden Law from the College of Policing. The Bermuda Police Service said, “The course took place between January 22nd and 26th, 2024. The officers... Read more of this article
Police Comment Following Not Guilty Verdict
“We respect the integrity of the judicial process and accept the court’s decision,” the police said following the recent trial in the Supreme Court, adding that “it is essential that we come together as a community to show empathy and understanding, as we navigate the aftermath of this trial.” This follows after Raheem... Read more of this article
BPS Promotes Darren Glasford & Dean Martin
Chief Inspector Darren Glasford and Detective Inspector Dean Martin, each with over 30 years of dedicated service, were officially sworn in at their new ranks. The Bermuda Police Service said, “Congratulations to newly promoted Chief Inspector Darren Glasford and newly promoted Detective Inspector Dean Martin. “Both officers have served... Read more of this article
Highest Impaired Driving Arrests Over Three Years
“Figures recorded as part of Operation Vega in the 4th quarter of 2023 “show impaired driving continues to be a troublingly prolific offence,” the police said, adding that “2023 witnessed the highest number of impaired driving arrests over a three-year period.” Robert Cardwell, Acting Superintendent, Tactical Support Division... Read more of this article
New Year’s Holiday Weekend Policing Advisory
The Bermuda Police Service is asking the public to continue to work with the police “to ensure a continued safe and enjoyable festive season.” Acting Superintendent Jerome Laws, Officer in Charge [OIC] Community Policing Division said, “The Bermuda Police Service wish to thank the public for their co-operation and assistance in ensuring... Read more of this article
15 Arrested For Various Offenses Over Holiday
A total of fifteen people were arrested for various offences between 5:00 p.m. Friday, December 22, and 5:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 27, 2023. A police spokesperson said, “Worryingly, the majority of those arrested were for driving while impaired. In fact, seven persons were arrested for this offence. “The highest breathalysed reading... Read more of this article
