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PRIVACY NOTICE

Tue, 2024-12-31

Privacy Notice

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) role is to make Bermuda safer by; protecting life and property; maintaining law and order; preserving the peace; bringing offenders to justice according to the law.

Any processing of personal information about you is carried out in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act 2016 (PIPA). We are required to explain what information we hold about you, why we hold information about you, how we use that information and whether we will share that information with anyone else.

Under PIPA, “personal information” means any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual. Examples include names, dates of birth, photographs, video footage, email addresses, and telephone numbers. “Sensitive personal information” is a defined term in PIPA that includes among others information relating to such aspects as place of origin, race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, health, disabilities, and religious belief. (Note: For a complete list, see section 7 of PIPA.) Full PDF Document

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Prioritise Safety: Selling or Buying Items Online Involving Unknown Persons

Sat, 2024-12-28

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is urging residents to prioritise their safety, if intending to meet up with any unknown individual, to buy or sell items advertised online.

Three reports have been received between the 24th and 26th December 2024, where an unknown individual stole an item offered for sale on Facebook Marketplace, after meeting unsuspecting sellers at three separate prearranged locations.

The stolen items included popular brand name electronics. Inquiries are ongoing regarding all of these matters, with the possibility some instances may be linked.

Noting the popularity of Facebook Marketplace and other similar online commerce sites, the following proactive advice is strongly recommended.

Safety First

View the buyer or seller profile. Take a screenshot of it, if possible and take note of the profile’s web address (URL). Check how long the profile has been active, when it was created and how many friends the account has.

Be wary of newly created profiles that only have a few friends, or no friends at all. Also, be suspicious of promoted accounts that have testimonials from recently created profiles.

Ask for a phone number and speak to the person before meeting.

Never go alone. Bring a relative or friend along and let other family members or friends know where and when the exchange is taking place.

Meet in well-lit, public areas before the hours of darkness. Avoid inviting an unknown individual to your home.

Take note of the vehicle used by the buyer or seller, including the colour, type and its licence plate. Report any suspicious activity to the police immediately by calling 211, or 911 in an emergency.

Online reports can also be made via the BPS community portal, https://portal.police.bm.

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Investigation Ongoing After Two Car Devonshire Collision Monday

Tue, 2024-12-24

An investigation into the circumstances regarding a two car collision that occurred at the junction of Middle Road and Tee Street in Devonshire, around 11am Monday, 23rd December 2024, is ongoing.

It appears that one car was being driven along Middle Road, while the other car was being driven along Tee Street, when the vehicles collided at the junction.

At this time, there is no indication that anyone involved was seriously hurt.

The driver of one of the cars, understood to be an 89-year-old Devonshire man, was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for medical assessment.

The driver and passenger of the other car were understood to be a 67-year-old St. George’s man and a 39-year-old St. George’s woman.

Apparently the St. George’s man was unhurt, but attended the hospital for medical assessment as a precaution and was later discharged.

Traffic diversions at the collision site were in place for approximately two hours, while the scene was processed. Both damaged cars were later towed away.

Any witnesses that have not already come forward, are encouraged to contact Constable Jeral Jackman by calling 211, or e-mailing jjackman@bps.bm.

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Witness Appeal: Confirmed Firearm Incident in the Court Street Area

Mon, 2024-12-23

Around 7:05pm Saturday, 21st December 2024, a confirmed firearm incident occurred in the Court Street, North Hamilton area.

It appears that a white motorcycle, with a rider and pillion passenger dressed in coloured clothing, was travelling along Court Street near the junction with Angle Street, when the pillion passenger discharged a firearm.

There were no reported injuries.

Forensic examination of the scene later confirmed that a firearm had been discharged.

Inquiries continue regarding this confirmed firearm incident and any witnesses or persons with relevant information are encouraged to contact Acting Detective Inspector Anneka Donawa by calling 717-2250, or e-mailing adonawa@bps.bm, at the earliest opportunity.

Any information can also be shared through the Bermuda Police Service online community reporting portal, https://portal.police.bm, or with a police officer you know.

Alternatively, anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers Bermuda via their independent and confidential hotline 800-8477, or their website www.crimestoppers.bm.

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BPS Festive Season Advisory

Fri, 2024-12-20

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) recognises that during this festive season, including the upcoming holiday period, an increase in social and commercial activity takes place.

Unfortunately, an uptick in criminality and anti-social behaviour tends to occur as well.

Accordingly, to deter opportunistic crime and provide public reassurance, residents can expect proactive police patrols across the island into the New Year.

The BPS is also prepared to appropriately address any anti-social behaviour that may occur and will use all lawful powers to deter and detect offenders, as necessary.

Going Out? Secure Your Home, Be Mindful When Shopping & Socialising

Always lock doors and windows when leaving home, even for a few minutes. If leaving home for an extended period of time, ask a neighbour or family member to watch the house. Displays of holiday gifts should not be seen through windows or doors.

Members of our community are asked to remain alert when out shopping, particularly if late night shopping. Do not buy more than you can carry. Plan ahead by going with a friend, or ask a store employee to help carry your packages to your vehicle. Do not leave any packages visible inside the vehicle. Avoid travelling alone through isolated areas and only park in well-lit locations, if possible.

Patrons attending Christmas and New Year’s parties are encouraged to enjoy themselves responsibly. Don’t leave drinks unattended and do not accept drinks from unknown individuals. Avoid giving rides to and taking rides from unknown persons.

Road Sobriety Checkpoints Scheduled Throughout the Holidays

Motorists are advised that road sobriety checkpoints will be in effect in all 9 parishes starting Tuesday, 24

Please plan ahead and do your part by not driving or riding impaired. If you are intending to go out and socialise, make sure you have arranged for a designated driver, taxi or another responsible transportation service to get you to your destination safely.

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Outcome of Investigation into ACOP Weekes

Tue, 2024-12-17

Deputy Commissioner of Police Na'imah Astwood - "Following an independent investigation into allegations of Gross Misconduct on the part of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACOP), Martin Weekes, it has been determined there is no case to answer.

However an allegation of discreditable conduct arising from the same matter was re-assessed, with the outcome being Management Advice, in accordance with Order 18 (5b) of the Police Conduct Orders 2016.

The allegations arose from a personal WhatsApp conversation, which took place in 2018, between ACOP Weekes and a former BPS officer. This conversation, which was referenced in a Court of Appeal in its judgment, was later brought to the attention of the Commissioner of Police.

The investigation was conducted by a ranking officer from a United Kingdom police force.

ACOP Weekes is scheduled to resume the role of ACOP Operations on December 23, 2024.

As a delegated Appropriate Authority in the Bermuda Police Service, I do not typically provide detailed outcomes for such matters.

However, given the rank of ACOP Weekes, the public attention this matter has garnered and in the interest of transparency, this outcome has been shared."

Assistant Commissioner Weekes pictured below.

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Khiry Furbert Murder Investigation

Mon, 2024-12-16

Acting Detective Chief Inspector Clifford Roberts – “It is with regret that the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm the death of Mr. Khiry Furbert, in his 34th year of life and father to an 11 year old daughter. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Furbert during this time.

At 12:42am on Monday, 16th December 2024, police received a ‘911’ call from a member of the public who reported seeing a male laying in the road along Tribe Road No. 5 Ord Road, Paget next to a vehicle. Police and medical personnel attended the report where Mr. Furbert was found unresponsive. Lifesaving efforts were commenced and he was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital by ambulance. Upon further examination at the hospital, Mr. Furbert was found to have suffered and succumbed to a fatal gunshot wound.

The scene has been processed by the BPS Forensic team and forensic evidence was recovered.

Officers from the Serious Crime Unit have commenced and are actively conducting house to house inquires and retrieving CCTV in an effort to progress this matter.

The next of kin have been notified and a Family Liaison Officer has been appointed to assist the family during this tragic period.

Public safety is one of our top priorities and we want to assure you that officers are actively investigating this incident. The investigative team would like to speak with anyone who may have seen Mr. Furbert earlier in the evening of Sunday 15th December 2024 leading up to the time of his death.

Be assured - we will continue to deploy resources in areas affected by crime so that our neighbourhoods remain safe and secure. Our officers are actively engaging with the community, and we encourage anyone with information related to this case to come forward to provide any information that may assist.

If you were in the area of Tribe Road No. 5, Ord Road Paget and may have seen anyone or heard anything suspicious, whether a person or vehicle, sometime between midnight and 12:45am just prior to the incident, please let us know. No matter how insignificant you may believe it to be.

You may contact the Senior Investigative Officer, Detective Sergeant 2193 Odessa Philip at ophilip@bps.bm, 717-2193, or you can call the Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477. You can also utilise the BPS online community reporting portal https://portal.police.bm. Should you be more comfortable telling an officer you know, please reach out to them.

Again, the BPS extend their deepest condolences to Mr. Furbert’s family.”

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Confirmed Firearms Incident [Updated]

Mon, 2024-12-16

Around 12:45 a.m. on Monday, December 16, 2024, police received a report of a male lying on the roadway along Tribe Road Number 5, Paget.

Units were dispatched to the location where they found the male unresponsive with an apparent head wound, lying near an unattended motorcar with the engine running.

EMTs were on scene and commenced life-saving efforts which continued as the victim was transported to the King Edward the VII Memorial Hospital for further treatment.

A forensic support unit attended the scene and recovered evidence to suggest a firearm had discharged at that location. However, there were no reports of gunshots in the area.

An investigation into this matter has now commenced and anyone with information or, who may have seen any suspicious activity occurring in the area of Tribe Road Number 5 and Ord Road, Paget, prior to this incident is asked to call the main police number, 295-0011.

You may also call the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477 or, share the information via the police Community Reporting Portal at https://portal.police.bm.

Alternatively, if you feel more comfortable doing so, we urge you to provide the information to a police officer with whom you are familiar.

Update: Acting Detective Chief Inspector Clifford Roberts – “It is with regret that the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm the death of Mr. Khiry Furbert, in his 34th year of life and father to an 11 year old daughter. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Furbert during this time.