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Fake MarketPlace Website Luring Residents With $250 Gift Card Offer

Thu, 2020-02-20

The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a fake website claiming to represent The MarketPlace that is deceiving residents with an alleged $250 gift card giveaway to celebrate an unspecified upcoming anniversary.

The fake website looks similar to The MarketPlace group of grocery stores’ official website – but has a different website address – and includes supposed testimonials from people who seem to have participated in the fraudulent promotion.

Commissioner Addresses Social Media Posts About BPS Activity on Peat Lane

Wed, 2020-02-19

On Sunday the 16th of February, following the shooting incident on Field View Lane, Pembroke, the BPS had cause to attend a property on nearby Peat Lane. This was due to information indicating that the offenders responsible had made their escape in the direction of that property.

Enquiries were made at this property by armed officers given the nature of persons sought and I am aware photographs of police activity has been circulated across social media. However, it was soon established that the owner of the property had no involvement in this matter.

Police Activity on Peat Lane in Pembroke After Confirmed Firearm Incident

Sun, 2020-02-16

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can confirm that following this morning’s shooting incident, police officers executed a warrant at a residence on Peat Lane in Pembroke.

Three people were taken into custody, however two were released at the scene.

The third individual was arrested, but has since been released on police bail.

Man Shot & Injured on Happy Valley Lane in Pembroke

Fri, 2020-02-14

Shortly after 7:00 pm on Thursday 13th February, police received several reports of gunshots being heard in the area of Middletown, Pembroke.

A subsequent caller confirmed the incident had occurred at a residence on Happy Valley Lane in Pembroke and that a male in his early twenties sustained a gunshot wound to his upper left arm.

The victim was taken to hospital via a private car for treatment to his injuries which were determined to be non life threatening.

Diverted British Airways Flight With Reported Mechanical Issue Lands Safely

Thu, 2020-02-13

A British Airways flight en-route from London in the United Kingdom to Tampa, Florida in the United States was this afternoon diverted to L.F. Wade International after the aircraft, a Boeing 777, developed a mechanical problem.

The plane with 241 people on board landed safely at around 3:30 pm without incident.

Continued Appeal for Two Reported Missing Persons [Located]

Thu, 2020-02-13

DESTINY WINTERS [Located]

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) continues to seek the public’s assistance in locating 14 year-old Destiny Winters.

Ms. Winters is a black female, approx. 5'6" in height, of medium build with shoulder length curly hair, wearing black and white long pants, army jacket and Fila sneakers.

Miss Winters has been known to frequent the following areas:

Fentons Drive, Parsons Road, St. Augustine Hill, Middletown, One Way Deepdale and The Glebe Road, Pembroke.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of 14 year-old Destiny Winters is asked to contact 292-3699, or the main police number, 295-0011.

Update: Monday, February 17th - 14 year old Destiny Winters was located safe and well Monday afternoon (February 17th). The Bermuda Police Service thanks the public for their assistance in locating her.

Renewed Public Appeal: Help Locate 65 Year Old Colin Fubler [Updated]

Mon, 2020-02-10

The Bermuda Police Service is renewing the public appeal to locate 65 year old Colin Fubler.

Mr. Fubler has not been seen for the last two weeks, but was only reported missing on Friday 7th February.

However, there have apparently been recent sightings of Mr. Fubler along Reid Street in the City of Hamilton.

Mr. Fubler is described as a black male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, of medium build, weighing around 175 pounds.

He has a bushy hairstyle, thick beard and walks with his head hung to one side.

Police efforts to locate Mr. Fubler since he was reported missing are ongoing, but have been unsuccessful to date.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of 65 year old Colin Fubler is asked to call the main police telephone number 295-0011 as soon as possible.

Update: Friday, February 14th - The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 65 year-old Mr. Colin Fubler, and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.

Mr. Fubler’s lifeless body was found by police officers on patrol at around 8:20 am on Wednesday, February 12th, at an abandoned house on Parsons Road in Pembroke.

Foul play is not suspected and a cause of death is being examined.

Constable to Appear in Court on Suspicion of Defeating the Course of Justice

Mon, 2020-02-10

Commissioner of Police Mr. Stephen Corbishley - "A serving police officer was this morning charged with offences relating to unauthorized access to police information and drug matters.

Lakila Hart was arrested in June 2019 on suspicion of defeating the course of justice and remains suspended from duty.

Constable Hart will appear before Magistrates’ Court on the 10th of March.

The above is not an indication of guilt to the officer concerned as this is now a matter for the courts to make judgement on.

As I have stated previously, the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) has recently invested resources into its Professional Standards Department, which has responsibility to ensure the Service acts with integrity and professionalism.

However, these matters are small in number and do not represent the hard work, ethical standards and professionalism displayed by police officers and staff that work tirelessly each day to keep Bermuda safe.

In fact, the number of officers suspended is just 1.5% of the Service and is not representative of the hard work and honesty of staff.

That notwithstanding, it is essential in securing the public’s confidence in our services that we act when serious wrong doing by police employees is identified."

Reported Missing Person: 57 Year Old Malcolm Symonds [Located]

Sun, 2020-02-09

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 57 year old Malcolm Symonds.

Mr. Symonds – described as brown complexioned, 5 feet 7 inches tall with short black hair and facial hair – is known to frequent the Spanish Point, Pembroke area.

He was last seen by a family member in the Bean Dale, Pembroke area near Admiralty House Park around 2pm Tuesday, February 4th and was said to be wearing black pants and a black top at that time.

So far, efforts by police officers to locate Mr. Symonds have been unsuccessful.

There is concern for the wellbeing of 57 year old Malcolm Symonds and anyone with information on his whereabouts is encouraged to call police on 295-0011 at the earliest opportunity.

Update: 57 year old Malcolm Symonds was found safe and well earlier this evening. The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating him.

Reported Missing Person: 65 Year Old Colin Fubler

Sun, 2020-02-09

The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public's assistance in locating 65 year old Colin Fubler.

Mister Fubler has not been seen for the last two weeks but was only reported missing on Friday 7th February.

Mister Fubler is a black male. He is approximately 5' 9" tall, of medium build and weighing 175 pounds.

Mr. Fubler, is an outpatient of the Mid Atlantic Wellness Institute. He sports a bushy hairstyle, thick beard and walks with his head hung to one side.

Police efforts to locate Mr. Fubler since he was reported missing continue, but have been unsuccessful so far.

However, a member of the public apparently saw Mr. Fubler Saturday, February 8th along Reid Street in the City of Hamilton.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Colin Fubler, is asked to contact the main police number on 295-0011.