Mon, 2025-01-06

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) and Hamilton Princess & Beach Club are excited to confirm that with January’s release, over half of the 44 Bermuda Legends and Superstars sports cards have been officially revealed!

This month’s set of six includes Legends and Superstars (two men and four women), featuring (in no particular order):

Clarence Parfitt (Cricket) Legend

Clarence “Nicky” Saunders (Track & Field) Legend

Erica Hawley (Triathlon) Superstar

Amanda Swan (Rugby) Superstar

Dominique Richardson (Netball) Superstar

Emma Harvey (Swimming) Superstar

All 44 Legends and Superstars sports cards feature the local athlete’s name, photo and sport on the front, while the reverse side provides a synopsis of their notable sporting achievements, as well as a personal quote.

There are only 11 Legends sports cards in total and 33 Superstars sports cards in total, for this 2024-2025 series.

Thanks to the partnership with Hamilton Princess, a total of 24 collectible sports cards have been released since 1^st October 2024, with fresh cards scheduled to be distributed in limited batches monthly, until all 44 are available in May 2025.

Our youth are encouraged to actively seek out police officers on patrol throughout the island for an opportunity, through positive interaction or engagement, to receive one of the latest collectible sports cards!

Students may also collect one of the 24 inspiring sports cards released to date at any police station (Hamilton, Somerset and Southside).

Who are the remaining local sporting heroes to be unveiled? Follow BPS social media (Facebook, Instagram & X/Twitter) to find out!

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Fri, 2025-01-03

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) kept our community safe during the festive season. Between December 24, 2024, to January 2, 2025, we respond to around 250 calls for service.

With those calls for service our officers worked proactively to ensure everyone's safety. We conducted laser speed checks, roadside sobriety tests, and 315f stops. Our officers engaged with 593 vehicles and their occupants.

We made 47 arrests for various offences:

- 9 for impaired driving (6 from sobriety checkpoints)

- 21 for offences like theft, assault, and drug-related crimes

- 17 for outstanding warrants

Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, "We're grateful for a relatively peaceful holiday period. Thank you to our community for your cooperation and support. We wish everyone a prosperous and safe New Year."

The BPS remains committed to Making Bermuda Safer. We appreciate the trust you place in us. Our officers will continue to serve with honesty, integrity, professionalism, and compassion.

Stay safe, Bermuda. Together, we can build a stronger, safer community for 2025 and beyond.

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Mon, 2024-12-30

Detective Superintendent Sherwin Joseph, Officer in Charge of the Crime Division - "The Bermuda Police Service wish to thank the public for their co-operation and assistance in ensuring the Christmas Holiday weekend was free of any major incidents or criminal activity.

As we approach the New Year’s Holiday weekend, we are asking that you continue to work with us to ensure a continued safe and enjoyable festive season.

For our part, we will maintain a high-profile police presence as we provide public reassurance and work to deter criminal activity and anti-social behaviour. We are well prepared to respond to and deal with calls for assistance by members of the public, to incidents of crime or disorder.

To that end, there will be increased traffic enforcement with officers adopting a zero-tolerance approach to road traffic offences, particularly those involving impaired driving.

During this period, licensed premises and private venues throughout the island will hold New Year’s Eve theme parties and events. In keeping with tradition, those in attendance may engage in having a few drinks to celebrate.

Please be reminded that Roadside Sobriety Checkpoints are in place having commenced on 24 December 2024, through to Thursday 2^nd January 2025. We urge you to make the necessary arrangements to ensure that you return home safely, if you plan on consuming alcohol while out celebrating. As we’ve often stated, the life you save could well be your own.

Additionally, driving after using any mind-altering substance, is considered impaired driving. Do not operate any vehicle if you have used any drugs, prescription or otherwise, that may alter your mental state.

The Corporation of St. George will host their annual ‘Dropping of the Onion’ event at King’s Square in the Olde Towne on Tuesday 31^st December 2024.

The Bermuda Football Association will host the Shield and Friendship Cup Finals at Somerset Cricket Club on Wednesday 1^st January 2025. The Shield Final will kick off at 12:00 noon followed by the Friendship Final at 2:00 p.m.

If you intend on attending any or all of these planned events, please be aware that there will be a heightened police presence to ensure safe enjoyment for members of the public.

You can expect there will be traffic checkpoints in operation where officers will be exercising their powers of search under various sections of law, should there be grounds to do so. We ask that you co-operate with the officers at these particular locations and follow their instructions should you be stopped.

Our intention is to maintain order and provide reassurance to the public while as you celebrate the coming New Year. We would much prefer there is compliance by members of the public rather than our officers having to exercise their powers of arrest and and/or charge anyone with criminal offences.

However, when and where required, we will decisively address any acts of criminality or anti-social behaviour.

We wish to take this opportunity to wish all residents of Bermuda a happy, healthy, safe, prosperous 2025 and we look forward to continuing to partner with you as we all work to make Bermuda safer."

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Mon, 2024-12-30

Around 11:30 PM on Sunday 29th of December 2024, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious single vehicle road traffic accident, which occurred on Middle Road at the junction with Berwyn Hill, Paget.

On arrival police discovered an unresponsive male lying in the road. He was taken to King Edward Memorial Hospital for treatment of his injuries, the extent of which has been described as being serious.

Initial information suggest that the man was traveling in a westerly direction when the motorcycle he was riding struck a wall at the entrance to Berwyn Hill.

Anyone who may have witnessed this collision is asked to contact Police Constable Rajiv Bailey on 211 or rbailey@bps.bm.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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