Fri, 2018-08-31

A 15 year old boy was arrested Thursday evening (August 30th) in connection with a report of prowling outside an Aubrey Road, Hamilton parish residence.

A second 15 year old boy was arrested today (August 31st), also in connection with this matter.

The incident was captured on the home’s security camera system and shared via social media. The 15 year old arrested Thursday was later released on police bail pending further enquiries.

Detectives continue to appeal for anyone with any information regarding this incident to call the Criminal Investigation Department on 247-1744.

Update: Monday, September 3rd - A 15 year old boy arrested Friday (August 31st) in connection with a report of prowling outside an Aubrey Road, Hamilton parish residence was subsequently released on police bail pending further enquiries.

He is the second 15 year old boy arrested and released on police bail regarding this matter.

The incident, which apparently occurred around 1:30am Wednesday, August 29th, was captured on the home’s security camera system and shared via social media.

Detectives continue to appeal for anyone with any information regarding this incident to call the Criminal Investigation Department on 247-1744.

Two Men Arrested in Connection With Danshun Swann Murder Bailed

The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that the two men aged 24 and 25 arrested on Tuesday (August 28th) in connection with the murder of 25 year old Danshun Swann were released on police bail Thursday evening (August 30th) pending further enquiries.

Detectives are aware that there were several individuals in the area of Southampton Rangers Sports Club when the fatal stabbing took place and continue to appeal for those persons to come forward, if they have not done so already.

Witnesses and members of the public with any relevant information are still encouraged to call the investigating officers Acting Detective Chief Inspector Arthur Glasford at 717-0773 or Acting Detective Inspector Jason Smith on 717-0864.

Alternatively, please call the Serious Crime Unit on 247-1739 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477 at the earliest opportunity.

Advisory: Counterfeit Bermuda $50 Notes Currently in Circulation

Residents and businesses are advised to be vigilant for counterfeit Bermuda $50 notes currently in circulation, bearing serial number A/I 509979 and A/I 441162.

This week alone – after the arrest of two men – police have seized 35 fake Bermuda $50 notes, which are easily identifiable by their low quality and having the ‘Longtail’ portrait on both sides of the note.

Additionally, each note is poorly cut and contains none of the official security features, such as the hibiscus watermark or metallic thread.

One man has already been dealt with in court regarding this counterfeit cash, while the other is currently on police bail pending further enquiries.

Employees are once again advised that if counterfeit cash is detected during a transaction, the member of staff receiving the fake money should hold on to it, note the description of the individual who tendered it and contact police immediately.

Similarly, members of the public should take a few seconds to examine any money they may receive, especially the larger denominations.

Persons who may have unknowingly received counterfeit currency are encouraged to contact the main police telephone number 295-0011 at the earliest opportunity to report the matter.

Alternatively, if you are aware of suspicious circumstances regarding suspected counterfeit currency and wish to report it anonymously, please call the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477.

As a reminder it is a criminal offence to pass to another, possess, make or reproduce any counterfeit currency; punishable by up to five years in prison – and those caught committing such offences can expect to be prosecuted.

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