Press Releases
Members of the Public Reminded About Social Media Allegations
Thu, 2019-10-10
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is aware of recent allegations circulating on social media about a suspected paedophile.
However, members of the public are reminded that formal complaints are required by law in order for the police to investigate such allegations. Online statements and social media posts do not qualify as formal complaints.
Read MoreSudden Death of Mr. Walton Brown JP MP
Tue, 2019-10-08
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 59 year old Mr. Walton Brown JP MP and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Police and ambulance personnel attended a Ferrars Lane, Pembroke residence around 12 noon Tuesday, October 8th where Mr. Brown was found unresponsive inside the home.
Sudden Death in Pembroke [Updated]
Tue, 2019-10-08
Around 12 noon Tuesday, October 8th police received a report of a sudden death at a Ferrars Lane, Pembroke residence - where the lifeless body of a 59 year old man was found inside the home.
Death was certified at the scene by an on call doctor.
There do not appear to be any suspicious circumstances and no further information will be provided regarding the deceased pending next of kin notification.
Two Senior Police Officers to Attend UK Strategic Command Course
Tue, 2019-10-08
Two senior Bermuda Police Service officers have been successful in their application to undertake the UK College of Policing’s prestigious Strategic Command Course (SCC).
Assistant Commissioner Antoine Daniels and Superintendent Na’imah Astwood will attend the SCC programme from January to March 2020, following the footsteps of Deputy Commissioner Darrin Simons who undertook the SCC in 2019.
Firearm Incident in Cashew City Road, St. George’s Area [Updated]
Fri, 2019-10-04
Around 10:25pm Thursday, October 3rd police received a report of an injured man in the Cashew City Road, St. George’s area.
Details are limited at this time.
However, it appears that the 64 year old man involved sustained a gunshot wound to his shoulder.
Unaccounted for Westgate Prisoner Apprehended [Updated]
Mon, 2019-09-30
Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley can confirm that Bermuda Police Service and Department of Corrections personnel conducted a joint search for an unaccounted for inmate from the Westgate Correctional Facility earlier this afternoon (September 30th).
The 29 year old male inmate has since been located in Southampton and is currently in police custody.
Nicholas Pedro Promoted to Detective Superintendent
Fri, 2019-09-27
At a 4:30pm ceremony held at Police Headquarters in Prospect Devonshire on Friday, September 27th Detective Chief Inspector Nicholas Pedro was promoted to the rank of Detective Superintendent by Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley.
Acting Deputy Commissioner Darrin Simons, Assistant Commissioner Antoine Daniels, Assistant Commissioner Martin Weekes, family, friends and colleagues were also in attendance at the Police Recreation Club hall to congratulate Mr. Pedro on his achievement.
Detective Superintendent Pedro joined the Bermuda Police Service in 1993, having completed University with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science.
Yuval Abraham Apprehended in Greece
Thu, 2019-09-26
Acting Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro (Crime Division) – The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that following an international appeal for assistance, Mr. Yuval Abraham was arrested in Athens, Greece.
He is being held in custody pending a hearing on extradition to Bermuda.
We would like to thank the media and our partners for their assistance in locating Mr. Abraham.
Reported Serious Collision on St. Mary’s Road in Warwick [Updated]
Tue, 2019-09-24
Around 9:15pm Tuesday, September 24th police, Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service and ambulance personnel responded to a reported serious two vehicle collision on St. Mary’s Road in Warwick near the junction with Hillview Road involving a car and a motorcyclist.
It appears that the vehicles involved were traveling in opposite directions at the time and early information indicates that the male rider sustained head injuries.
Serving Police Officer Suspended From Duty
Tue, 2019-09-24
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can confirm that a serving police officer was suspended today in relation to serious allegations that include unlawful access and sharing of police information. This follows the suspension of another police officer for similar behaviour earlier this year.
Commissioner Corbishley states: “Whilst these situations relate to allegations that may or may not be proved, the fact that suspensions have been actioned reflects both the serious nature of matters alleged as well as the necessity to protect the information we possess.
