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OBA’s Smith On Recent Violence, Govt & More
“Why has the Minister of National Security remained silent in the wake of the recent shootings and stabbing?” Shadow National Security Minister Ben Smith said. Mr. Smith said, “It feels like the Government has accepted this type of behaviour in our community. Where is the outrage? “What message are we sending to the perpetrators? That they have... Read more of this article
Man Injured In Stabbing In Somerset
Police are investigating a stabbing incident in Somerset, where a man “sustained neck and facial injuries which were not considered life threatening.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:00 PM, on Thursday, November 21, 2024 police received a report of a stabbing incident near the Mr. Chicken outlet in Somerset. “Officers... Read more of this article
Suspects Arrested In Connection With Murder
The Bermuda Police Service confirmed that “two male suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of 17-year-old Ethan Arruda.” A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Arruda died after he sustained a stab wound to the chest. He had reportedly attended a party at a residence on Devonshire Bay Road, Devonshire, where approximately... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of 17-Year-Old Male
[Updated] 17-year-old Ethan Arruda has died following a stabbing incident, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], is seeking the public’s assistance with the investigation into a stabbing incident which occurred at a residence on Devonshire Bay Road, Devonshire, shortly after 12:00 a.m. on Sunday,... Read more of this article
Two Men Injured In Separate Incidents
In two separate incidents, a 35-year-old man “suffered a suspected stab wound to the upper torso,” and a 52-year-old man was reportedly assaulted with a machete. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 1:00am on Sunday, October 13, 2024, police responded to a reported assault at the Zen Lounge, Somerset Road, Sandys Parish. Upon... Read more of this article
25-Year-Old Man Injured In Stabbing Incident
The police are investigating a stabbing incident which resulted in a 25-year-old man being injured. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2024, Police attended a report of a male at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH], seeking treatment for an apparent stab wound. “On arrival, officers... Read more of this article
18-Year-Old In ICU After Stabbing Incident
The 18-year-old male injured in a “suspected stabbing incident” on Thursday remains listed in critical condition in the ICU, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The 18-year-old male injured in a suspected stabbing incident which occurred in Hamilton Parish on Thursday, June 27, 2024, remains listed in critical... Read more of this article
17-Year-Old Arrested After 18-Year-Old Stabbed
A 17-year-old male suspect is in police custody after an 18-year-old male was stabbed, with the 18-year-old “transported by ambulance to KEMH where at last check, he continued to receive treatment for his injuries which are considered life threatening,” the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:35 p.m. on Thursday,... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Zijae Jones
The police have confirmed the death of 20-year-old Zijae Jones, and thanked all of the people who have come forward so far and noted that “police are still seeking to speak with additional persons who are believed to be in possession of key information regarding this murder investigation.” Speaking at a press conference yesterday, Assistant... Read more of this article
18-Year-Old Charged With Fatal Stabbing
An 18-year-old male has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of 20-year-old Zijae Jones, which occurred at Horseshoe Bay Beach on Bermuda Day Dahny Simmons-Outerbridge, of Warwick, was charged with killing Zijae Jones. He was also charged with being in possession of a knife in a public place. Simmons-Outerbridge was not required to enter... Read more of this article
Police: Don’t Share Videos Of Crime Scene
The police said they are “aware of several videos being circulated, in relation to a fatal stabbing incident, which took place at Horseshoe Bay Beach,” and urged people to please not share them. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of several videos being circulated, in relation to a fatal stabbing incident,... Read more of this article
Minister: ‘Violence Is Utterly Unacceptable’
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks has expressed “deep sympathy and concern following the tragic incidents that marred Bermuda Day celebrations yesterday.” “On what should have been a joyous day of national celebration, our community was shaken by two senseless acts of violence, which I condemn,” stated Minister Weeks. “My... Read more of this article
