Sudden Death
Wed, 2007-12-19
Around 8:10 this morning, Police received a report of a sudden death at a Seamont Lane, Smith’s parish residence. It appears that the body of the deceased, a 44 year old Smith’s parish man, was found at the bottom of the home’s pool by a family member a short time earlier. The Bermuda Fire Service also attended the scene and assisted with draining the pool. The Smith’s parish man’s body was then removed and taken to KEMH via ambulance. Foul play has not been ruled out; however, there does not appear to be any suspicious circumstances at this time. Inquiries into this incident are underway by the St. George’s Criminal Investigation Unit. No further information will be released until the next of kin have been notified.
At 11:20 this morning, Police received a report of a body floating in the waters of Hamilton harbour near Albouy’s Point. The body of the deceased, a 77 year old Devonshire man, was found near Number 1 Shed by a passing boater. Marine Police officers in Police vessel Heron 4 attended the scene and recovered the body. The Devonshire man’s body was then taken to Barr’s Bay Park and transported to KEMH via ambulance. Foul play has not been ruled out; however, there does not appear to be any suspicious circumstances at this time. Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any information to contact the Marine Police Unit on 295-0011. No further information will be released until the next of kin have been notified.
