Press Releases
Police Impacted by a Spam E-mail
Thu, 2014-12-18
The Bermuda Police Service has been impacted by a spam E-mail message bearing the title: “Your documen” . The email contains a zip file that, if opened, will replicate the email and send it out to every contact in the recipients directory. The BPS advises the public that the email has also been reported at other locations outside of the police service. If you receive this email, do not open the attachment and delete as soon as possible.
Read MorePolice Service Donates Christmas Hampers to Local Charities
Thu, 2014-12-18
During this Christmas Season the Bermuda Police Service – Community Action Teams developed an initiative entitle “Be a Part of a Miracle” that’s aim is to assist families during the Christmas season that are experiencing challenging circumstances. This initiative was done in partnership with the Bermuda Police Service’s 2014 selected charities The Women’s Resource Centre and Big Brothers and Big Sisters Bermuda.
Advisory: Counterfeit Bermuda $50 Notes Circulating
Mon, 2014-12-15
The Bermuda Police Service has noticed an increase in the number of counterfeit Bermuda $50 notes being reported to police recently. The most recent is A1498951.
With the holiday season upon us, businesses are asked to remind their staff to be especially vigilant when accepting larger denominations, in particular the old style Bermuda notes.
Reported Missing Person: Zina Darrell [Located]
Sat, 2014-12-13
The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public's assistance in locating 51 year old Zina Darrell.
She is described as light brown complexioned, 5'7" tall weighing around 150 pounds, with curly black hair. Last seen wearing blue leggings and a light coloured top.
Man Arrested for Igniting Firecrackers Illegally
Sat, 2014-12-13
Police can confirm that a 51 year old guest worker is now in police custody as a result of igniting firecrackers in St. George's in the early hours of Friday and Saturday. A court appearance is expected in the near future.
Two Confirmed Firearm Incidents Overnight: No Reported Injuries
Wed, 2014-12-10
Police responded to a report of a confirmed firearm incident that took place at 11:15pm on Tuesday night.
Details are sketchy but it appears that suspects were riding separate motorcycles in the area of Scenic Heights Pass, Southampton when a firearm was discharged. Both cycles then left the area one travelling south on Scenic Heights Pass and the other travelling north. At this juncture it does not appear that anyone was injured in this incident.
Clarification: Peter Woolcock Road Fatality
Tue, 2014-12-09
The Bermuda Police Service would like to take this opportunity to clarify the circumstances regarding the death of 88 year old Peter Woolcock.
It was initially reported that pedestrian Mr. Woolcock was struck by a car on Par-La-Ville Road in Pembroke around 10am Thursday, December 4th in the vicinity of the Royal Gazette offices.
Fatal Shooting of Prince Barrington Edness, Sunday 7th December 2014
Mon, 2014-12-08
Acting Commissioner of Police Paul Wright - Last night a very courageous police officer driving a marked police (Jeep) patrol car was shot at as he gave chase to a motorcycle carrying two suspects fleeing from the scene of a murder in which a self-identified gang member was shot dead.
In a few moments you will hear more details on that murder from Acting Assistant Commissioner Howard.
29 Year Old Man Fatally Shot in Southampton
Sun, 2014-12-07
The Bermuda Police Service responded to a report of a firearm incident that took place at 8:30pm Sunday, December 7th on South Avenue in the Sunnyside Park area of Southampton. Upon police arrival it was ascertained that a 29 year old Pembroke man was shot and subsequently died as a result of his injuries.
A full investigation into this incident has commenced. As this investigation is in its infancy no further information will be given until tomorrow Monday, December 8th when senior investigators will give a full update to the media.
Bermudian Detained by Canadian Authorities Expected in Court
Thu, 2014-12-04
The Bermuda Police Service continues to liaise with Canadian authorities after several passengers on a scheduled WestJet flight to Bermuda Sunday were detained by Canadian law enforcement officers in Toronto.
It is anticipated that a Bermudian will be charged in connection with the November 30th matter, while another Bermudian arrested in a similar incident a week prior has already appeared before the Canadian courts.
