Press Releases
Deputy Commissioner Jackman Retires After 32 Years of Service
Fri, 2014-03-14
Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva - The Bermuda Police Service would like to recognise the career of Deputy Commissioner Mike Jackman, who retires today after 32 years of policing in Bermuda.
Mr. Jackman began his initial training in 1982, joining the Bermuda Police Force as part of Recruit Foundation Course #31.
Read MoreResponse to Betting Shops Enquiry Allegations
Thu, 2014-03-13
Acting Commissioner of Police Mike Jackman - The Bermuda Police Service is an apolitical organization that is governed by very clear obligations and responsibilities laid down by the Bermuda Constitutional Order and the Police Act 1974. Political wishes do not feature in our decisions and I wish to assure everyone that this particular case was not directed by any political imperative.
We have already made a statement about preliminary enquiries into the business activities at some betting shops in relation to lottery tickets.
Ongoing Investigation: Deaths of Regina & Anthony Robinson
Thu, 2014-03-13
Acting Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, Officer in Charge of the Serious Crime Division - The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank members of the public and the families of both victims that have assisted following the sudden deaths of Regina & Anthony Robinson.
This has been an extremely traumatic experience for everyone involved, especially the children, parents, other family members & friends left behind to grieve their sudden and untimely loss.
Mr. & Mrs. Robinson Unnatural Deaths Investigation
Tue, 2014-03-11
Acting Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, Officer in Charge of the Serious Crime Division - Detectives from the Serious Crime Unit of the Bermuda Police Service continue to investigate the deaths of Mrs. Regina Robinson 48, and Mr. Anthony Robinson 49 – both of St. George’s parish.
The deaths appear to be as a result of acute wounds to both bodies, and the circumstances of their deaths dictate that a comprehensive and thorough investigation will be conducted. A forensic autopsy will be conducted to determine the precise manner of death.
Married Couple Found Dead in St. George's Home
Mon, 2014-03-10
Acting Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, Officer in Charge of the Serious Crime Division - At about 2:25pm this afternoon, Bermuda Police Service responded to a report at 32 Wellington Slip Road, St. George's. On arrival they found a male and a female, 48 and 49 years old respectively, and they were found to be and determined to be deceased.
I can confirm that they are a married couple and they appeared to be suffering from injuries that appeared to have caused their death.
Reported Serious Collision in Pembroke
Mon, 2014-03-10
Police responded to a report of a road traffic collision that took place on Sunday night at 10:10pm. It appears that two vehicles, a car and a motorcycle, collided in the area of Marsh Folly Road by the Tennis Stadium.
As a result, a 34 year old man was taken to the hospital with what are believed to be serious head injuries. Traffic Collision Investigators were called to the scene and an investigation into the collision has begun.
New Commandant & Deputy Commandant Sworn In
Fri, 2014-03-07
At a 5pm Swearing In Ceremony on Thursday, March 6th held in the Prospect Police Recreation Club hall at Police Headquarters Devonshire, Commandant Designate Cannoth Roberts and Deputy Commandant Designate Ron-Michel Davis were officially sworn in as Commandant and Deputy Commandant of the Bermuda Reserve Police respectively.
Mr. Roberts was formerly Deputy Commandant while Mr. Davis was formerly a Reserve Police Chief Inspector.
Book Launched to Assist Families of Fatal Collision Victims
Thu, 2014-03-06
"Someone has died in a road crash" - A partnership between the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) and East End Telecom.
Like adults, children affected by road death and injury need loving support and information. It is often better to tell children things through honest discussion and involve them in decision making rather than keep them in the dark and leave them excluded in an effort to protect them from the truth.
Thanks to the support of our partner East End Group, the BPS is pleased to announce that they will be able to supply this free book to children bereaved by road crashes.
The Internet and Your Child
Wed, 2014-03-05
Officer in Charge of the Vulnerable Persons Unit, Inspector Mark Clarke - The global information highway (the Internet) easily accessible in homes, workplaces, schools, libraries, electronic devices, allows people to communicate with others around the world with little effort. While this borderless access has many advantages, it also allows those who would sexually exploit children to communicate with like-minded individuals, more importantly locating their next victim.
Reported Missing Person: Kanaz Tuzo [Located]
Thu, 2014-02-27
The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 30 year old Kanaz Tuzo, who has apparently been missing since Monday, February 24th.
Mr. Tuzo is described as light complexioned, 5’8” tall of thin build weighing 150 pounds, with curly low cut hair. He may be wearing a green/brown bubble jacket, jeans and brown shoes. In addition, Mr. Tuzo typically travels by bus or on foot.
