Mon, 2010-02-15

Marine Advisory - In light of the stormy weather the island has been experiencing recently, the Bermuda Police Service Marine Unit would like to remind all boat owners of the following during the winter months. Hopefully these simple, proactive tips can help reduce damage and or loss of property.

• Vessels should be checked on a regular basis.
• Battery systems should be kept in good condition and fully charged to ensure proper operation of bilge pumps.
• Any valuable items or gear should be removed from the vessel.
• Moorings and bridles should be checked to ensure integrity and security of the attached vessel during winter storms and gales.
• Ensure vessels are properly secured BEFORE any inclement weather. DO NOT do this during a storm putting yourself and others at risk.
• If the owner is off the island someone responsible should be left in charge of checking the vessel whilst the owner is away.
• Ensure the owner’s contact information is up to date with the Department of Marine & Ports, including any change in contact numbers.
• Consider hauling the boat out of the water during the winter season if possible.

Missing Juvenile – Troylene Anderson

The Bermuda Police Service continues to appeal for the public’s assistance in locating 17 year old Troylene Anderson. The teenager was last seen on Tuesday, January 26th 2010. She is described as 5’5” tall weighing approximately 186 pounds with short curly reddish brown hair and is known to frequent the St. Monica’s Road, Pembroke area. Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of 17 year old Troylene Anderson is encouraged to contact the Vulnerable Persons Unit on 295-0011.

Weekend Activity

Over the weekend there were 2 people arrested on suspicion of impaired driving and 3 reported burglaries. There were also 16 reported damage only road traffic collisions, 6 reported road traffic collisions resulting in injury and 6 vehicles reported taken without their owners’ consent.

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