Reported & Confirmed Firearm Incident in Pembroke

Mon, 2010-11-01

Around 8pm on Monday, Police responded to a reported firearm incident in the Marsh Folly Road/Bernard Park, Pembroke area. On arrival officers conducted a thorough search of the scene; however, nothing was found to substantiate the report at that time and no one has reported being injured.

Around 8:45pm on Monday, Police responded to a confirmed firearm incident in the St. Monica’s Road, Pembroke area. Forensic evidence found suggested that a firearm had been discharged; however no one has reported being injured. Subsequently ‘missiles’ were thrown by unknown individuals in the area; however again, there were no reported injuries. It is unknown at this time if both incidents are related. An active investigation into both incidents is underway.

Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any information about either incident to contact the Serious Crime Unit on 299-8106. An anonymous call can also be made to the independent, confidential Crime Stoppers Bermuda hotline at 800-8477.