Public Advisory Regarding Voice Note & Video Clips Circulating
Thu, 2023-06-01
The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a voice-note accompanied by video clips warning residents to be aware of an individual suspected of breaking into properties on Second Avenue, Pembroke.
A report has been received from a member of the public and investigation has commenced.
Anyone with any information on this matter is urged to please call 211, the main police number 295-0011 or upload the information to the BPS Community Reporting Portal, https://portal.police.bm.
We also advise against confronting any individual you suspect of having broken into your residence. Instead, please contact police via the aforementioned means.
Read MoreAssistant Commissioner Weekes: Operation Vega Impaired Driving Statistics
Thu, 2023-06-01
Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes, Operations: "The most recent Operation Vega statistics indicate that between January and May 2023, there were 117 arrests for impaired driving. For the same period in 2022, there were 71 such arrests.
To say that these numbers are concerning, would be an understatement. Remember, every time you operate a vehicle while impaired, there is the potential to cause significant damage, life altering injury or, death.
Whilst the BPS has stepped up patrols as part of Operation Vega, police presence alone cannot prevent drinking and driving. Roadside Sobriety Checkpoints are advertised days in advance of them being implemented, yet individuals are still arrested for impaired driving during these exercises.
This is a “Bermuda” problem that requires more than enforcement to fix. We as a country must look at the drinking culture that alcohol consumption is a prerequisite for having a good time at social gatherings, be they dinner parties, a session or fete.
That, coupled with the realisation that we must accept individual responsibility for our actions. It might be cliché, but if you plan to drink to have a good time, then you must plan to get home without operating a vehicle on the road.
The BPS do not wish to prevent you having a good time, all we ask is that you consider your actions and those of family and friends around you, to ensure you all get safely home at the end of the day.
While the life you save may be your own, are you prepared to live with the fact that you took the life of another person because you decided to drive drunk, buzzed or high?"
Operation Vega Update for May 2023
Thu, 2023-06-01
Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell, Tactical Operations Division – “The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) continues our efforts to reduce harm on Bermuda’s roads. As we enter the summer months, it is likely that there will be an increased number of visitors using the island’s roads. Please look out for them and each other, by making sensible decisions while driving or riding.”
Statistics
From 1st January until 31st May 2023, 117 motorists were arrested for impaired driving – 14 in January, 27 in February, 25 in March, 21 in April and 30 in May. In comparison, for the same five month period in 2022, a total of 71 motorists were arrested for impaired driving.
During the month of May 2023, 284 traffic tickets were issued by the BPS, down from 471 issued during April 2023. In addition, 50 motorist advice notices (official written warnings) were issued in May, down from 59 in the previous month.
May also saw 175 parking tickets issued, down from 209 parking tickets issued the month before.
Since the start of Operation Vega (6th July 2021), a total of 10,014 traffic tickets have been issued. The breakdown of ticketed traffic offences for May 2023 is below. The change compared to April 2023 is provided in brackets.
Speeding 78 (-71) Speeds ranged from 59 kph to 86 kph.
Traffic sign 34 (+5)
Unlicensed vehicle 45 (-35)
No third party insurance 40 (-24)
No driver’s licence 32 (-25)
Manner of driving 9 (-2)
Disqualified driver 1 (0)
Seatbelt 23 (+14)
Helmet 2 (-6)
Handheld device 5 (-13)
Defective vehicle 1 (-2)
Fail to give name/address 0 (0)
Fail to stop 3 (-4)
Fraudulent documents 3 (+3)
Making false statement 0 (0)
License plate offence 8 (-8)
Tint offence 0 (-14)
Youth license offence 0 (-4)
Ongoing Witness Appeal: Seriously Hurt Male Motorcyclist Remains in ICU
Wed, 2023-05-31
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS), is renewing its appeal for information regarding that serious single vehicle collision, which took place on Crow Lane Sunday, May 28th, 2023.
The 44-year-old male victim in that collision remains in the Intensive Care Unit for further medical treatment of his injuries, which are life threatening.
You may remember around 11:45 p.m. on Sunday, police responded to a report of a single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle near the eastbound Crow Lane, Pembroke bus stop.
When they arrived, police officers and emergency medical personnel found a 44-year-old male, unconscious but breathing.
Indications are the male motorcyclist was traveling along the eastbound carriageway of Crow Lane, on the approach to the North Roundabout, when he somehow became involved in a collision and was ejected from the bike.
He suffered serious head and facial injuries as well as a serious injury to his left arm.
He was provided treatment at the scene by EMTs and was subsequently transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
The investigation into this matter remains ongoing and anyone with information, or who may have witnessed the incident is asked to contact Police Constable Mervin Homer on 295-0011 or, via email mhomer@bps.bm.
You may also call 211, submit the information using the BPS Community Reporting Portal at https://portal.police.bm or, speak with a police officer you’re comfortable with.
Alternatively, you may anonymously share any information you have by calling the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477 or by visiting their website - www.crimestoppers.bm.
Sudden Death: Unresponsive Male Found on Par-La-Ville Road
Tue, 2023-05-30
Around 7:20 a.m. on Tuesday, May 30th, 2023, police received a report of an unresponsive male in the walkway of a property on Par-La-Ville Road, Pembroke.
Police and other emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene.
On arrival, officers ascertained that the person was deceased.
The police doctor attended and certified death shortly after.
There were no signs of foul play.
However, the location was processed by the Forensics Support Unit to assist with the pending enquiry.
The body was subsequently transported to the morgue at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
No further information will be provided at this time.
A coroner's enquiry will be completed.
Serious Single Vehicle Motorcycle Collision in Paget
Tue, 2023-05-30
Around 1:00pm on 30th May 2023, police and other emergency services responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on South Road just outside of Ice Queen, in Paget.
Initial enquires suggests that an elderly man traveling west on a motorcycle, lost control of his vehicle, causing him to veer across the road into the eastbound lane and hit a wall. The man was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment of suspected head injuries.
Traffic was diverted around the scene for about an hour, while police processed the scene.
Anyone who may have witnessed this collision is asked to contact police on 211.
Motorcyclist in ICU After Serious Single Vehicle Collision on Crow Lane [Updated]
Mon, 2023-05-29
Around 11:45 p.m. on Sunday, May 28th, 2023, police received a 911 report of a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle on Crow Lane, Pembroke, near the east bound bus stop.
Police officers and EMS personnel responded and found the victim, a 44-year-old male, unconscious but breathing.
He sustained serious head and facial injuries as well as an injury to his left arm.
He was provided treatment at the scene by EMTs and was subsequently transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
At last check he remained unconscious in the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit.
An investigation into this matter has now begun and anyone with information or who may have witnessed the incident is asked to contact Sergeant Jonathan Talbot on 717-2452 or 295-0011.
Sergeant Talbot may also be contacted via email, jtalbot@bps.bm.
Update: Wednesday, 31st May - The Bermuda Police Service (BPS), is renewing its appeal for information regarding that serious single vehicle collision, which took place on Crow Lane Sunday, May 28th, 2023.
The 44-year-old male victim in that collision remains in the Intensive Care Unit for further medical treatment of his injuries, which are life threatening.
You may remember around 11:45 p.m. on Sunday, police responded to a report of a single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle near the eastbound Crow Lane, Pembroke bus stop.
When they arrived, police officers and emergency medical personnel found a 44-year-old male, unconscious but breathing.
Indications are the male motorcyclist was traveling along the eastbound carriageway of Crow Lane, on the approach to the North Roundabout, when he somehow became involved in a collision and was ejected from the bike.
He suffered serious head and facial injuries as well as a serious injury to his left arm.
He was provided treatment at the scene by EMTs and was subsequently transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
The investigation into this matter remains ongoing and anyone with information, or who may have witnessed the incident is asked to contact Police Constable Mervin Homer on 295-0011 or, via email mhomer@bps.bm.
You may also call 211, submit the information using the BPS Community Reporting Portal at https://portal.police.bm or, speak with a police officer you’re comfortable with.
Alternatively, you may anonymously share any information you have by calling the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477 or by visiting their website - www.crimestoppers.bm.
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