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Reported Gunshots in Rambling Lane, Fentons Drive Pembroke Area

Tue, 2016-07-12

At 10:55pm, police received reports of gunshots being heard in the Central Pembroke area. Upon police arrival, it was forensically ascertained that a firearm had been discharged in the Rambling Lane/Fentons Drive area. However, at this juncture, it does not appear that anyone was injured. The area has been cordoned off and the relevant officers are processing the scene and an investigation has commenced. Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have seen two men acting suspiciously in the area to contact police at 295-0011 or the confidential Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-8477.

Dawkins Manor Drowning

Sat, 2016-07-09

At 6:31pm‬ police and first responders attended a report of an incident that took place at Dawkins Manor in Paget ‪at 6:31pm‬ on Sarturday.

It appears that a 38 year old Canadian male was swimming in the property's pool and ran into difficulty. Paramedics were called and they commenced CPR. Subsequently the 38 year old man was taken to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

No further information will be given until the next of kin is notified.

Man Injured, Arrest Made After Disturbance Outside Docksiders Bar & Restaurant

Wed, 2016-07-06

Police responded to a report of a disturbance that took place outside of Docksiders Bar and Restaurant on Front Street in the City of Hamilton a few minutes before 7:10pm (Wednesday night).
 
It appears that a large group of individuals were congregated at the establishment to celebrate a recently concluded televised international football match.
 
At some point an altercation took place with multiple individuals.

65 Year Old Calvin O'Mara Named as Seventh Road Fatality of 2016

Wed, 2016-07-06

Police can confirm the death of 65 year old Calvin O’Mara who died as a result of injuries sustained in a collision that took place around 9am (Wednesday, July 6th) at the junction of Harrington Sound Road and Broken Hill Road in Smith’s Parish. 

It appears that the 65 year old male motorcyclist was traveling down Broken Hill Road when he collided with a trash truck that was traveling on Harrington Sound Road.

As a result, he was pronounced dead at 9:46am by an on call physician.

Seventh Road Fatality of 2016 [Updated]

Wed, 2016-07-06

Around 9am on Wednesday, July 6th police and other first responders attended a report of a serious road traffic collision that took place at the junction of Harrington Sound Road and Broken Hill Road in Smith’s parish.

It appears that a 65 year old male motorcyclist was traveling down Broken Hill Road when he collided with a trash truck that was traveling on Harrington Sound Road.

As a result the 65 year old man was pronounced dead at the scene by an on call physician.

Appeal for Whereabouts of Car, Driver Involved in Collision [Vehicle Located]

Tue, 2016-07-05

Police are asking for the public to be on the look out for a grey Mitsubishi Pajero that was involved in a collision around 5:25pm in Paget. The driver of the car left the scene and police are trying to identify the driver and vehicle.

It should be noted the front bumper of the car has been removed as a result of the collision.

Anyone with any information should contact police on 295-0011.

Update: The car was located on White Sands Road and police are now in the process of identifying who was driving the vehicle.

Two Men Shot at Gombey's in St. David's [Updated]

Mon, 2016-07-04

At 11:40pm on Sunday night police and first responders attended a report of an incident that took place at Gombey's in St David's.

Upon police arrival it was ascertained that a male walked into Gombey's, brandished a firearm, shot a male and immediately made good his escape on a motorcycle.
 
The victim was conveyed via ambulance to the hospital and his condition at this time is unknown.

Two Men Arrested After Aggravated Burglary in St. George's

Fri, 2016-07-01

Shortly after 3pm this afternoon Friday 1st July, 2016, Police responded to a report of an aggravated burglary, which took place in the Barracks Close, St. George’s area.

It was reported that two males entered a home making demands. They then left the area. Multiple Police units responded and shortly thereafter Police stopped a vehicle on Mullet Bay Road. As a result, two individuals have been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary. Police have recovered what appears to be a firearm.

Attempted Robbery at Four Star Pizza on Angle Street

Fri, 2016-07-01

At 10:20pm Thursday, June 30th Police responded to report of an attempted robbery that took place at Four Star Pizza on Angle Street. Upon Police  arrival it was ascertained that a male entered the establishment brandishing what appeared to be a firearm and made demands of money.
 
The suspect left with another male suspect who was waiting outside on a motorcycle. It should be noted that nothing was taken from the store and no one was injured.

Reported Missing Person: Chelsey Hartford [Located]

Sat, 2016-06-25

The Bermuda Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating missing person 53-year-old Chelsey Hartford.

Anyone knowing his whereabouts should contact police on 295-0011.

Update: Missing person Chelsey Hartford has been located. We would like to thank the public for their assistance in this matter.