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Date:Wednesday, February 21,2018
Distribution: All Media

Sudden Death of American Visitor [Updated]

At approximately 3:30pm today (Wednesday) a medical emergency was reported. The incident occurred outside the Unfinished Church in St. George's.

It appears that a 50 year old male tourist from New York was sightseeing when he suddenly collapsed. He was attended to by members of the public and his family until first responders arrived.

The man was subsequently conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance. However, the 50 year old man unfortunately passed.

No further information will be given until the next of kin has been notified.

Update: Thursday, February 22nd - The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 50 year old Frank Marzocca and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.

Around 3:30pm Wednesday, February 21st police and first responders were dispatched to a reported medical emergency involving Mr. Marzocca outside the Unfinished Church in St. George’s.

Despite lifesaving efforts at the scene, which continued while the visitor from New York was rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance, sadly he was later pronounced dead.

A Family Liaison Officer has been assigned to assist the Marzocca family at this difficult time.

Foul play is not suspected, but an autopsy is anticipated.


All incidents are under investigation. Police are appealing to members of the public who have witnessed these incidents or may have information pertaining to them to contact their respective Police Station, Police Headquarters at 295-0011 or the confidential Crimestoppers Hotline on 1 (800) 623-8477.

Public & Media Relations Department