Press Releases
Woman Found Dead [Updated]
Sat, 2018-02-10
Police and EMTs responded to an incident that took place on Cedar Ave. in Pembroke at 7am this morning (Saturday).
Upon police arrival it was ascertained that an unresponsive woman was found in her residence. An on call doctor was notified and her death was certified.
No further information will be given until the next of kin has been notified.
Read MoreRecent Supreme Court Ruling Provides Important Opportunities for Learning
Wed, 2018-02-07
Acting Commissioner of Police Paul Wright – The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) takes very seriously the important role that it plays in the safeguarding of children.
The ruling handed down by the learned Judge found that the Department of Child and Family Services made the decision that a young child be removed from the care of his parents for his safety on 3rd May 2017 and relied on the BPS to effect the removal.
However, the ruling also found that the removal of the young child by the BPS was an unreasonable exercise of its discretion under section 41 of the Children’s Act 1998.
Two Local Passengers Arrested at L.F. Wade International Airport
Mon, 2018-02-05
On Sunday 4th February 2018, detectives arrested a 47 year old Bermudian female and a 54 year old Bermudian male on their arrival back to Bermuda from the U.K.
They were arrested on suspicion of importing controlled drugs into the island.
A full investigation into this matter is being conducted by the Organised & Economic Crime Department – Drugs Unit, with the assistance of the Department of Customs.
Altercation at the Bus Terminal [Updated]
Mon, 2018-01-29
Police responded to a report of an altercation that took place at the Bus Terminal in the City of Hamilton at approximately 11:30am today (Monday).
It appears that two men were in an altercation and one of the men brandished a rock and the other male brandished a bladed article.
Both men as a result of the incident were taken to the hospital, with one man being treated for head injuries and the other being treated for neck and head injuries, that at this juncture appear to be life threatening.
Robbery at Belvin's Variety in Smith's Parish [Updated]
Sun, 2018-01-28
Police responded to a report of a robbery that took place today (Sunday) at Belvin's Middle Road in Smith's parish at around 5pm.
It appears that a male walked into the store and stole money out of the cash register. He then left on a waiting motorcycle ridden by a male accomplice. It is believed that the suspects left on a motorcycle traveling in a westerly direction on Middle Road. No one was injured and it appears that no weapon was brandished.
Investigation Into Alleged Sexual Assault at Royal Bermuda Regiment
Mon, 2018-01-22
On Sunday 21st January police received a report from the Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR) that a sexual assault had occurred on the grounds of the RBR the night before.
A female soldier was reported to have been assaulted by a male soldier. A man has been arrested in connection with the complaint and he was later released on police bail while the investigation continues.
Altercation on South Road
Fri, 2018-01-19
The Bermuda Police Service is reporting an incident that took place today (Friday) on South Road in the Paget/Warwick area at around 7:15am.
Details are unclear but it appears that an altercation between two males took place resulting in both men being taken to the hospital. A 36 year old male received lacerations to his face, arm and neck while a 37 year old male received an injury to the back of his head.
BPS Officers Recognised for BVI Efforts
Fri, 2018-01-19
Thursday, January 18th, 2018: The 35 Bermuda Police Service officers that volunteered to deploy to the British Virgin Islands for hurricane relief efforts were recognised at Government House by His Excellency the Governor Mr. John Rankin CMG.
Overturned Car in Southampton [Updated]
Fri, 2018-01-12
At About 8:44pm (Friday) police and other first responders attended a report of a road traffic collision outside Henry VIII Restaurant on South Road in Southampton, where a car over turned.
It appears that a car was traveling west on South Road when the driver of the car apparently maneuvered around a pedestrian resulting in driver hitting two parked cars and flipping over.
Traffic Advisories for Bermuda Marathon Weekend
Thu, 2018-01-11
Traffic Advisory: 2018 KPMG Front Street Mile - The motoring public is reminded that traffic diversions and parking restrictions will be in effect for the 2018 KPMG Front Street Mile running races on Friday night.
The event is part of the Bermuda Marathon Weekend taking place from Friday, January 12th until Sunday, January 14th.
