Hashtag: #DrugsInBermuda
Dunkley: Marijuana Decriminalization Discussion
Minister of Public Safety Michael Dunkley said he is “prepared to begin a meaningful discussion on the decriminalization of marijuana in Bermuda.” The Minister was speaking at the opening of the Bermuda Drug Information Network [BerDin] seminar this morning [Oct 24]. The purpose of the BerDIN meeting is to update its members on progress... Read more of this article
Drugs: Pregnant Woman Sentenced To 6 Months
Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning [Oct 16], Alphia Rollins — a pregnant Barbadian national – pleaded guilty to importing over 500 grams of cocaine [said to be worth up to $129,000] into Bermuda on 25th June 2013. Senior Magistrate Archie Warner imposed a six month prison sentence to take effect from 25th June and recommended... Read more of this article
Drug Testing MPs, Decriminalization Discussion
In the early hours of Saturday morning, a motion was brought forward in the House of Assembly for MPs to be subjected to random drug testing policy. Public Safety Minister Michael Dunkley said: “In an era when we speak about personal responsibility and at every turn encourage young people in particular to make positive lifestyle choices, the implementation... Read more of this article
Drug Accused Chooses Supreme Court Trial
Offered the regular choice between a trial in Magistrate’s Court or a jury trial in Supreme Court, Megael Burch, 42 chose a Supreme Court trial. The charge he faced was that of importing over 400 grams of cannabis on 28th March 2013; said to be worth more than $21,000. Because he had elected a Supreme Court trial, he was not required to enter... Read more of this article
Sunday: Open Mic Night On Marijuana Reform
The Future Bermuda Alliance — the youth wing of the One Bermuda Alliance — will host an open mic night on Marijuana Reform at the Docksider Pub and Restaurant, Hamilton on Sunday [Sept 15] from 7.00pm to 8.30pm. The promo flyer said, “Come prepared with any questions, concerns or even suggestions regarding reforming the Island’s... Read more of this article
Pair Plead Not Guilty To Drug Conspiracy
Jamal Woodley, 23, of St Georges, and Katelyn Simmons, 27, of Pembroke elected to be tried in Magistrates Court and both pleaded not guilty to conspiring to import $9,600 worth of the illegal drug cannabis. The charge was that between a date unknown and 28th February 2013, in Bermuda and elsewhere, they conspired with others not before the Court to... Read more of this article
Bermudian Sentenced To Five Years In Trinidad
[Updated: Bermuda Police confirm arrest] Bermudian Che Pennyman was recently arrested in Trinidad after being found with 2.1 kilograms of drugs concealed in a laptop bag according to a Trinidad Express news report. Law enforcement officers at the Piarco International Airport acting on a tip-off apprehended Mr Pennyman after searching his belongings... Read more of this article
Eight People Face $5.9 Million Drug Charges
Eight people appeared in front of Senior Magistrate Archie Warner in Magistrates Court this morning [Aug 30] charged with a conspiracy to supply the illegal drug cannabis. Crown Prosecutor Cindy Clarke told the Senior Magistrate that the total amount of drugs was 120 kilos [264lbs] with a street value of approximately $5.9 million. This was alleged... Read more of this article
28 Year Old Man Arrested, Heroin Seized
[Updated] On Tuesday, August 27th police officers executed a search warrant at an Old Maid’s Lane, St. George’s residence and seized what police said is believed to be heroin. “A 28 year old St. George’s man was arrested in connection with the matter and subsequently released on police bail pending further inquiries,” said a police... Read more of this article
Minister: Testing Ensures MPs Lead By Example
In response to recent commentary regarding Members of Parliament and the proposed introduction of mandatory drug testing, Minister of Public Safety Michael Dunkley said it is “another means of strengthening our democratic institutions and ensuring that Members lead by example.” The introduction of a policy for the random, mandatory drug... Read more of this article
Video: Dunkley Expands On Drug Testing MPs
[Updated with PLP + Independent response] Public Safety Minister Michael Dunkley expanded on his recent announcement that Cabinet has approved a new policy whereby all Government Members of the Legislature will be subject to random, mandatory drug testing. The policy applies to Government Ministers, MPs and Senators, however Minister Dunkley said it... Read more of this article
Woman Admits Stealing Electronics, Body Wash
Appearing in Magistrates Court yesterday [July 23], Carla Darrell, 51, pleaded guilty to stealing from two retailers. Ms Darrell admitted to stealing electronic goods from PriceRite in June 2013, and stealing four bottles of body wash from the Marketplace in July. The total value was just under $750. Ms Darrell said that she stole the items in order... Read more of this article
