Press Releases
Sudden Death of Male Kayaker
Thu, 2013-06-27
Around 2:30pm on Thursday, June 27th police and first responders were dispatched to a reported medical emergency at Ferry Reach in St. George’s.
It appears that a 61 year old St. George’s man was kayaking in the area before getting out of the kayak and going for a swim. Members of the public in the area then noticed the male was apparently in difficulty and came to his assistance.
Read MoreInvestigation Ongoing: Murder of Verneil Richardson
Wed, 2013-06-26
Superintendent James Howard - On behalf of the Bermuda Police Service, I wish to convey my sincere condolences to the family and friends of 21 year old Mr. Verneil Richardson who sadly lost his life early this morning.
Mr. Richardson was on the property of the Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club in Hamilton Parish where a function was being held. He was involved in an altercation and stabbed. He eventually succumbed to his injuries.
The Bermuda Police Service recognizes the impact this incident will have on this community. I want to reassure you that we are using all the resources at our disposal to bring the offender or offenders to justice.
Body Found Floating Near Agar’s Island
Mon, 2013-06-24
Around 5:30pm on Monday, June 24th a kayaker came upon the lifeless body of a male floating in the waters off Agar’s Island near Two Rock Passage.
The deceased is believed to be a white male in his 60s. Marine police personnel responded to the scene to recover the body for transport to shore.
Death was certified at 7:03pm by an on call physician. The body was then transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where a formal identification process will take place.
Advisory: Residential Burglaries
Fri, 2013-06-21
The Bermuda Police Service has noticed a recent increase in residential burglaries. We have come to realize that this could be contributed to the summer season and the need to have ventilation in homes. Thieves are generally opportunists looking for an easy target. The Bermuda Police Service would like to inform the public of common mistakes made by victims and encourage them to secure their property. Some of these mistakes include: leaving windows and doors open for ventilation with just the screens closed, no proper lighting around the house after dusk, not cancelling mail delivery when leaving the Island on vacation.
Senior Youth Development Officer Receives Police Merit Award
Thu, 2013-06-20
On Thursday, June 20th the Assistant Commissioner of Police, Paul Wright attended a farewell luncheon at the Cathedral Hall 
in honour of Jason Hansford-Smith, Senior Youth Service Development Officer for the Department of Youth Sport and Recreation. Jason is a Bermudian who will be re-locating to Halifax, Nova Scotia with his Canadian wife.
On behalf of the Bermuda Police Service, the Assistant Commissioner of Police thanked Jason for working with the Bermuda Police Service to help support Bermuda’s young people and assist the police in developing lasting relationships with them. [Click photo to enlarge].
Missing Juvenile: Trenton Williams [Located]
Wed, 2013-06-19
The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 15 year old Trenton Williams.
The teenager is described as 6'2” tall with blonde hair. He was last seen on Saturday, June 15th wearing a white polo shirt, green shorts and slip in shoes.
Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of 15 year old Trenton Williams is encouraged to contact the Vulnerable Persons Unit on 247-1678 or the main police number 295-0011 at the earliest opportunity.
Reported Serious Collision in Devonshire
Mon, 2013-06-17
Around 3:30pm on Monday, June 17th police and first responders attended a reported serious collision on South Road in Devonshire near the junction with Devon Heights Road.
It appears that a male motorcyclist collided with a truck. The motorcyclist, believed to be a 19 year old Pembroke man, was apparently seriously injured and taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment. At last check the victim was in critical condition.
Summer Water Safety Advisory
Thu, 2013-06-13
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As we are now into the summer months, activities in and around the waters in Bermuda will increase. The Bermuda Police Service is committed to its mission of ‘making Bermuda safer’ and ensuring public safety. In the wake of several marine incidents over the last several weeks it is timely for us to remind the public who take to the waters that they are required to act responsibly and obey all laws that govern safety when taking to the waters. [Click here for press conference video].
St. George’s Police Station Re-Opens
Thu, 2013-06-06
Chief Inspector Tracy Adams, Eastern Area Commander - The Bermuda Police Service is pleased to announce that the repairs to the St. George’s Police Station have been completed and that officers resumed their normal activities in the station as of Wednesday June 5th 2013. [Click here for video announcement].
Station Duty Officers (SDOs) and officers from the Community Action Team will operate the station from 8:00am to 8:00pm Monday through Thursday and 8:00am to midnight on weekends. Additional opening hours will be established during holiday weekends and other busy periods.
Burglary Suspects Arrested in Warwick
Tue, 2013-06-04
Around 11:30am on Tuesday, June 4th police officers responded to a report of a burglary at a Tribe Road #5 Warwick residence. It appears that a neighbour disturbed two males attempting to enter the premises.
The suspects then fled the scene. Initial inquiries suggest that nothing was taken from the home. Officers conducted a search of the surrounding area including Astwood Park and subsequently arrested a 19 year old Paget man as well as a 19 year old Pembroke man in connection with the incident.
