Press Releases
Fatal Shooting on Upland Street in Devonshire
Tue, 2016-10-18
Chief Inspector Tracy Adams - At approximately 10pm tonight police responded to reports of gunshots in the area of Upland Street, Devonshire. Upon arrival they discovered a 19 year old male had been shot and taken to the hospital where he has succumbed to his injuries. On scene now we have our Forensic Support Unit and Serious Crime Unit conducting initial inquiries and we'll be making a full statement later tomorrow as soon as we get more details as to what's taken place at this residence.
Read MoreReported Missing Person: Jahroy Simons [Located]
Mon, 2016-10-17
The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 30 year old Jahroy Simons.
Mr. Simons is described as dark brown complexioned, 5 feet 10 inches tall weighing approximately 150 pounds and is said to have a short haircut with designs.
He was apparently last seen 7:30pm Friday, October 7th in the Brunswick Street/Elliot Street Pembroke area wearing white shorts and a white T-shirt with a green and black dollar sign.
In addition, Mr. Simons is known to frequent the Charing Cross area of Sandys parish as well as the Curving Avenue area of Pembroke.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of 30 year old Jahroy Simons is encouraged to contact the main police telephone number 295-0011 at the earliest opportunity.
Update: The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that 30 year old Jahroy Simons has since been located and appreciate the public’s assistance in this matter.
Shooting on Court Street
Thu, 2016-10-13
Police responded to a report of a firearms incident that took place at 9:28pm on Thursday night. It appears that a lone gunman opened fire on a group of persons assembled outside of Spinning Wheel Entertainment Complex on Court Street. This resulted in a male being taken to the hospital via private vehicle with an apparent gun shot wound to the arm.
Edmund John Flood Murder Investigation
Fri, 2016-10-07
Following the results of a post mortem examination conducted, The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that the death of Edmund John Flood is now being treated as a murder investigation. Mr. Flood’s lifeless body was discovered on Sunday 2nd October, 2016 at his residence.
The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating Mr. Flood’s vehicle and we are continuing our appeal for information on Mr. Flood’s movements from Monday 26th September until Sunday 2nd October, 2016.
Edmund John Flood Suspicious Death Investigation
Mon, 2016-10-03
Acting Inspector Jason Smith - The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the death of Edmund John Flood aged 55 as the man whose body was found 
in a residence on Tribe Rd 5, Paget on the 2nd October, 2016.
Approximately 2:25p.m. Sunday, 02-Oct-2016, Police Officers were dispatched to a private residence located on Tribe Road, No.5, Paget. There the officers met with a member of the public who stated that he has concerns for the well-being of the now deceased Edmund John Flood. The attending police officers entered the residence of Mr. Flood and discovered his lifeless body inside of the apartment.
Reported Suspicious Sudden Death [Updated]
Sun, 2016-10-02
Around 2:25pm on Sunday, October 2nd police officers responded to a reported sudden death at a Tribe Road No. 5 Paget residence where a male was found in an unresponsive state.
Initial information suggests that this is a suspicious death.
No further information regarding the deceased will be released at this time until the next of kin has been notified.
40 Year Old Man in Custody Assisting With 3 Armed Robbery Investigations
Thu, 2016-09-29
Police can confirm that on Thursday 29th September, officers arrested a forty year old Pembroke resident on suspicion of armed robbery. He is currently assisting police with the following three investigations:
1. Armed robbery at Pasta Basta which took place around 9:45pm on Sunday 13th March 2016 where a black male entered the restaurant, brandishing what appeared to be a firearm and demanded money from staff.
Reported Serious Two Motorcycle Collision in Southampton [Updated]
Wed, 2016-09-21
Police and first responders attended a report of a road traffic collision that took place at 1:23pm today on Middle Road in Southampton in the area of Jews Bay. Details are sketchy but it appears that two motorcycles collided resulting in both parties being conveyed to the hospital with injuries that appear to be serious. The area has been cordoned off and traffic is presently being diverted whilst the scene is being processed by the relevant police officers.
Reported Armed Robbery at Spanish Point Store [Updated]
Tue, 2016-09-20
At a few minutes before 3pm today (Tuesday), police responded to a report of an armed robbery that took place at M. Soares and Son on Spanish Point Road in Pembroke.
It appears that two males walked into the store and brandished what appears to be a firearm and made demands of money. The suspects were given an undisclosed amount of cash and then left the area on a motorcycle.
Commissioner Releases 2016 Half Year Statistics & Invites Public to Upcoming Community Engagement Meeting
Mon, 2016-09-12
Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva - In presenting the crime statistics for the first half of 2016, I wanted to take this opportunity to pay particular 
attention to the area of gun and gang violence. This area has been covered by the news media and commented on in social media on a frequent basis lately, and there are elements of anxiety and concern that are obviously attached to the dialogue. I would like to share two messages today:
Firstly, the BPS is doing everything that we can to advance the investigation of serious crimes.
