Hashtag: #OsagiBascome
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
Court: Raheem Wray Found Not Guilty
Following a trial in the Supreme Court, Raheem Wray has been found not guilty of the murder of Osagi Bascome. Mr Bascome, a national level footballer, was murdered in December 2021. After a trial that began earlier this month, the jury of 10 women and two men returned the verdict of not guilty this evening. Both families reacted to the verdict in court,... Read more of this article
Murder Trial Continues In Supreme Court
The murder trial of Raheem Wray — who is charged with murdering Osagi Bascome — continues in the Supreme Court, with Assistant Justice Mark Pettingill expressing concern about social media posts. Justice Pettingill reminded jurors not to view social media reports discussing the ongoing trial. The BBC reported that he did not specify the... Read more of this article
OnTrack ‘Osagi’ Socks To Help Fund Scholarship
[Written by Stephen Wright] A local clothing and apparel company is helping to provide funds for a scholarship in collaboration with the family of the late Osagi Bascome in memory of the Bermuda footballer. OnTrack Bermuda has launched a range of colourful socks carrying the name of Bascome, who died after being stabbed in St David’s last December.... Read more of this article
Football Team Pays Tribute To Osagi Bascome
[Written by Stephen Wright] Osagi Bascome’s No 13 shirt was taped to Bermuda’s dugout throughout their Concacaf Nations League match against Haiti last night in tribute to the national team player, who died in December. Following his death, tributes were sent from the highest echelon of the football world, with FIFA President Gianni Infantino,... Read more of this article
Tributes Paid As Osagi Bascome Laid To Rest
Tributes from across the globe and island poured out as Osagi Bascome was laid to rest, with a celebration of life service held on Sunday afternoon. The Ethiopian Orthodox Church service was held at St George’s Cricket Club and while there was a large group exemption granted, in person attendance was still limited, and the family invited the wider... Read more of this article
FIFA & Concacaf Pay Tribute To Osagi Bascome
Tributes were sent from the highest echelon of the football world as Osagi Bascome was laid to rest, with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Concacaf President Victor Montagliani, and Caribbean Football Union President Randolph Harris all sending messages of condolences, calling him “one of the island’s most talented footballers.” FIFA President A... Read more of this article
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
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
Darlington Pay Tribute To Osagi Bascome
[Written by Stephen Wright] A minute of applause was held in memory of Bermuda footballer Osagi Bascome in the Vanarama National League North match between Spennymoor Town and Darlington in England today [Dec 26]. The applause took place in the 23rd minute to pay respects to the former Darlington midfielder who died after being stabbed during an altercation... Read more of this article
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
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
Darlington FC Team Hold Minute Of Silence In UK
The Darlington Football Club women’s team in England held a minute of silence before their match on Sunday to pay their respects to the late Osagi Bascome, who previously played for Darlington FC. Darlington FC tweeted the photo below, saying: “Darlington FC Women paying their respects to former player Osagi Bascome with a one minutes silence... Read more of this article
BFA, MP, Minister Pay Tribute To Osagi Bascome
“He was a gifted young man, and he certainly represented Bermuda with pride and excellence,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets said as he expressed his condolences to the family of the late Osagi Bascome. Mr Bascome, 23, was murdered this weekend in the east end, and the police have launched a murder investigation and... Read more of this article
HPWC Extend Condolences To Bascome Family
The Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club [HPWC] extended their condolences to the Bascome family and the St. George’s community following the tragic murder of 23-year-old Osagi Bascome. A spokesperson said, “Upon the confirmation of next of kin being notified, it is with a heavy heart that we write this letter. This week, HPWC honoured the life of one... Read more of this article
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
