Press Releases
BPS Welcomes New Corporate Communications Manager
Mon, 2019-09-23
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) announces that Mr. Gary Moreno will be joining their team from October 7th as the new Corporate Communications Manager.
Mr. Moreno will work alongside Mr. Robin Simmons who has undertaken the role since the departure of Mr. Dwayne Caines earlier this year.
Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley stated:
Read MoreSudden Death of 52 Year Old Shaune Simmons
Sun, 2019-09-22
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 52 year old Shaune Simmons and extends sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Police, Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service and ambulance personnel responded to a Cheriton Lane, Pembroke residence around 8:55pm Thursday, September 19th where CPR was being performed on Ms. Simmons by a relative.
Confirmed Firearm Incident on Court Street: No Reported Injuries
Sat, 2019-09-14
Around 9:50pm Saturday, September 14th gunshots were fired on Court Street in the City of Hamilton.
Early information suggests that a lone gunman approached a small group of men outside Spinning Wheel nightclub and opened fire.
Forensic evidence at the scene confirms a firearm was discharged.
29 Year Old Male Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Collision With Car
Sat, 2019-09-14
Around 1:45am Saturday, September 14th a reported serious collision occurred at the junction of Cedar Avenue, St. John’s Road and Marsh Folly Road in Pembroke involving a car and a motorcyclist.
Details remain limited at this time.
However, it is understood that the rider involved, said to be a 29 year old Pembroke man, was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment of head injuries and serious injuries to both legs.
BPS to Review Their Management of Inaugural Pride Parade
Thu, 2019-09-12
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) have confirmed that a meeting to review their management of Bermuda’s inaugural Pride Parade will take place over the coming weeks.
Commissioner of Police, Stephen Corbishley, commented:
“The Pride Parade on the 31st of August 2019 saw approximately 6,000 people take to the streets in support of LGBTQI+ communities in Bermuda.
Sixth Road Fatality of 2019: 49 Year Old American Visitor Jamie Kopp
Sat, 2019-09-07
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 49 year old American visitor Mrs. Jamie Kopp and extends sincere condolences to her husband, family and friends.
It appears that around 1:45pm Thursday, September 5th Mrs. Kopp and her husband were riding separate rental scooters west along North Shore Road in Hamilton parish near the junction with Cottage Hill Road – with Mrs. Kopp traveling behind her husband – when she was involved in a collision with a water truck being driven in the opposite direction.
Residents Reminded to Remain Vigilant Regarding Social Media Scams
Thu, 2019-09-05
The Bermuda Police Service is once again reminding residents to remain vigilant regarding social media scams.
One such scam currently in circulation is the mystery shopper scam, where local Facebook users are offered employment as a secret shopper and enticed by the opportunity of earning thousands of dollars simply by accepting funds into their personal bank account.
Reported Serious Collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish [Updated]
Thu, 2019-09-05
Around 1:45pm Thursday, September 5th several 911 calls were received regarding a serious collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton parish near the junction with Cottage Hill Road.
It appears that a visitor on a rental scooter collided with a heavy truck in the vicinity of the Dub City Variety store.
CPR was performed at the scene before the injured visitor was rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance.
Sudden Death of 76 Year Old Cleo Watson
Thu, 2019-09-05
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 76 year old Cleo Watson and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Police and Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service personnel responded to a report of a sudden death around 2:25pm Tuesday, September 3rd at a St. Augustine Road, Pembroke residence where Mr. Watson’s lifeless body was found inside an apartment.
Residents That May Have Outstanding Warrants: Check Before Travel
Tue, 2019-09-03
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is aware of situations where persons have been arrested on outstanding court matters at L. F. Wade International Airport causing significant disruption to, or even prevention of, their travel plans.
Any persons intending to travel who may be worried about an outstanding warrant against them are advised to attend Hamilton Police Station at least 48 hours before their date of travel at a time between 8am and 9am Monday to Friday to ensure any court matters are properly finalised in a timely fashion.
