Reported Serious Two Vehicle Collision in Devonshire
Sat, 2023-05-13
Around 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 13th, 2023, Police and EMS personnel were dispatched to a reported two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motor car and a motorcycle at the junction of Palmetto Road and Parsons Lane, Devonshire.
It was reported that the female motorcycle rider was traveling west along Palmetto Road when she collided with the motorcar which was exiting Parsons Lane making a right hand turn, east onto Palmetto Road.
The motorcycle rider sustained head and facial injuries, but remained conscious and alert while being attended to at the scene by EMTs. She was subsequently transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
The motorcycle was extensively damaged while the motorcar was left with damage to the right rear.
The female driver and the other two occupants of the motorcar were not reported to be injured.
Traffic diversions were implemented while the scene was forensically processed.
Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who may have information on it, is asked to contact Constable Taye Lambe on 515-2565 or via e-mail tlambe@bps.bm.
Read MoreReported Serious Single Vehicle Car Crash in Warwick
Sat, 2023-05-13
Around 10:05 p.m. on Friday, May 12 th, 2023, police received a report of an overturned car near the junction of Frith Estate Road and South Road, Warwick.
It appears the 30-year-old male driver lost control of the vehicle and struck a boundary wall, which resulted in the vehicle being flipped onto its roof.
The driver suffered a minor injury to the nose.
He was subsequently arrested on suspicion of driving whilst impaired.
Traffic was restricted to one lane for a short period while the scene was cleared.
Anyone with information on this collision is asked to contact Sergeant Anthony Smith on 717-2362 or, via e-mail asmith@bps.bm.
Detective Constable McKeon Stevens to Attend U.S. Secret Service Training
Fri, 2023-05-12
On May 11, 2023, U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette met with Detective Constable McKeon Stevens of the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) to congratulate him on his selection by the U.S. Consulate to attend a United States Secret Service training in Washington D.C. next week.
The United States government is fully funding Detective Constable Stevens to participate in this U.S. Secret Service training opportunity, which will strengthen existing relationships between the United States and Bermuda. “I am excited about this new opportunity and look forward to the experience,” said DC Stevens, an 18-year veteran of the Bermuda Police Service.
U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette has prioritized further deepening the already strong security partnership with Bermuda during her tenure. “I am honored to congratulate DC McKeon Stevens on his selection for this training opportunity with security counterparts from across the United States and around the world.
We were delighted the U.S. Secret Service opened enrollment to an officer from Bermuda. This course is yet another demonstration of our commitment to working collaboratively with Bermuda to confront security challenges and to strengthen the special U.S.-Bermuda relationship,” said the U.S. Consul General.
“The U.S. Secret Service is an active participant in the global law enforcement community and joins in-stride with our partners’ efforts on any opportunity to achieve the highest levels of public safety and security,” said U.S. Secret Service New York Field Office Special Agent in Charge Patrick J. Freaney.
“The invaluable information exchange and sharing of best practices amongst the Secret Service and local law enforcement leaders from around the world serves to only benefit the global collective, and I am grateful to the Bermuda Police Service for their partnership.”
The selection of Detective Constable Stevens, who is part of Bermuda’s Special Branch Intelligence Division, was affirmed and supported by Detective Superintendent Sean Field Lament, the officer in charge of the Specialist Investigations Division with the BPS.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Antoine Daniels took the opportunity to; “thank U.S Consul General Karen Grissette for affording a member of the BPS a place on the prestigious United States Secret Service training Seminar due to be held in Washington D.C next week.
He also extended his congratulations to Constable McKeon Stevens on his selection and the unique opportunity to enhance his skills and knowledge.
This will not only improve our partnership working, but additionally the interoperability across law enforcement agencies, particularly when U.S dignitaries are visiting the island.”
Two Motorcyclists Seriously Injured in Southampton Collision
Tue, 2023-05-09
Around 10:40pm on Tuesday 9th May, 2023, police and other emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene of a serious collision on Middle Road Southampton near Scenic Heights Road.
Reports suggest that two men, both traveling on motorcycles were involved in a collision, resulting in serious injury to both riders.
The men were taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment of what has been described as life threatening injuries.
The road has been temporarily closed, while Traffic Accident Investigators process the scene. Traffic diversions have been put in place at Camp Hill Road and Scenic Heights Road.
The roads were reopened for normal traffic flow, shortly after 1am.
Anyone who may have witnessed this collision is asked to call PC Imani Scott on 211 or email iscott@bps.bm.
Pedestrian Seriously Injured After Being Struck By Van in Hamilton Parish
Mon, 2023-05-08
Shortly after 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 8th, 2023, police received a report that a female pedestrian had been struck by a van while on the crosswalk near the entrance to the Grotto Bay Hotel, Blue Hole Hill, Hamilton Parish and was unresponsive.
Police and EMTs were dispatched to the scene.
While being attended to the victim, who sustained a laceration to the back of her head, regained consciousness.
She was subsequently transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for further treatment to her injuries which are considered serious.
Traffic was restricted to one lane, for a time, while the collision scene was forensically processed.
An investigation into this matter has now commenced and anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Cecilia Wales via e-mail cwales@bps.bm.
Reported Single Vehicle Car Crash in Smith's Parish
Sat, 2023-05-06
Shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, police and other first responders were despatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcar on the North Shore Road near the junction with Jennings Road, Smith's Parish.
Upon arrival officers were informed a female motorist was traveling east along North Shore Road, when she apparently lost control of the vehicle and went over an embankment.
She was reportedly trapped inside the vehicle and was assisted by members of the public who were able to get her out before the arrival of police.
She was attended to at the scene by EMTs and was subsequently transported to KEMH for further treatment for injuries which are not considered life threatening.
The collision resulted in traffic being diverted away from the scene which remained closed for just over an hour.
Renewed Keyoshe Robinson Murder Witness Appeal
Fri, 2023-05-05
Keyoshe Robinson was reported missing at 5:10pm on Wednesday 4th May, 2022. He was last seen alive around 10:00pm Tuesday 3rd May, 2022, in the St. George’s town area. On Thursday 5th May 2022, his body was discovered on the shoreline, just off of the 10th hole of the St. Georges Golf Club, where he had been shot and killed.
Mr. Robinson was at the time wearing grey sweatpants, a dark coloured sleeveless ‘puffy’ vest and a grey ‘hoodie’ with black rings around the sleeve cuffs underneath. He was also wearing white sneakers.
On this the first anniversary of his death, the Bermuda Police Service are appealing for any witnesses to please come forward to help us solve this crime and bring closure to the family of Mr. Robinson.
We would like to speak with anyone who may have seen or heard something, particularly if you were at or near to the St. Georges Golf Club or in the general vicinity, around the time of the incident.
Also, anyone knowing the movements of Keyoshe Robinson prior to this incident, is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Dean Martin of the Serious Crime Unit on 717-2074 / 247-1739 or the confidential Crime Stoppers number 800-8477. You may also contact a Police Officer you know.
Mr. Martin said: “There is someone out there who knows the person or persons responsible for Mr. Robinson’s death, we urge you to come forward and speak with us. You have the option of remaining anonymous by using the Crime Stoppers number.”
“Please remember, that with the assistance of the public we have been able to solve a number of serious crimes or have been provided information which has allowed us to make significant progress with investigations into historical crimes. If you have any information on the murder of Keyoshe Robinson, please reach out to us.”
Volunteer to Serve Our Community: Join the Bermuda Reserve Police
Thu, 2023-05-04
Recruitment for the Bermuda Reserve Police is currently underway, with men and women from 18 to 57 years of age encouraged to apply.
The recruitment process involves written tests, physical tests and a medical assessment.
Applicants are advised that standards for the Bermuda Reserve Police are similar to the Bermuda Police Service.
It should also be noted that the Commissioner of Police may deem an applicant ineligible at any stage of the recruitment process.
An initial commitment of three years’ service is expected of successful Reserve Police Constable candidates.
Basic training will cover many subjects in depth, to the same level of career police recruits.
Similarly, duties performed by Reserve Police officers are many and varied. They are trained in the basics of police work and have the same powers of arrest as career police officers.
To apply and for more information, please visit https://www.bermudapolice.bm/content/join-reserves.
Interested individuals can also call 247-1787 or e-mail reservemail@bps.bm.
The deadline for applications is Wednesday, 17th May 2023.
Operation Vega Update for April 2023
Wed, 2023-05-03
Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell, Tactical Operations Division – “Operation Vega remains a priority for the Bermuda Police Service. However, while enforcement has a role to play in helping to reduce harm on our roads, every road user has a responsibility to ensure their own safety and the safety of others, in their daily travels around the island.”
Statistics
From 1st January until 30th April 2023, 87 drivers were arrested for impaired driving – 14 in January, 27 in February, 25 in March and 21 in April. In comparison, for the same period in 2022, 55 drivers were arrested for impaired driving.
During the month of April 2023, 471 traffic tickets were issued, up from 468 in the previous reporting period. In addition, 59 motorist advice notices (official written warnings) were issued, up from 51 in the previous reporting period.
209 parking tickets were also issued, up from 172 in the previous reporting period.
Since the start of Operation Vega (6th July 2021), a total of 9,634 traffic tickets have been issued. The breakdown of ticketed traffic offences for April 2023 is below. The change compared to the previous reporting period is provided in brackets.
Speeding 149 (-92) Speeds ranged from 59 kph to 92 kph.
Traffic sign 29 (+3)
Unlicensed vehicle 80 (+30)
No third party insurance 64 (+18)
No driver’s licence 57 (+3)
Manner of driving 11 (+9)
Disqualified driver 1 (-6)
Seatbelt 9 (+5)
Helmet 8 (0)
Handheld device 18 (0)
Defective vehicle 3 (+1)
Fail to give name/address 0 (0)
Fail to stop 7 (+2)
Fraudulent documents 0 (0)
Making false statement 0 (-2)
License plate offence 16 (+9)
Tint offence 14 (+14)
Youth license offence 4 (+2)
BPS Recruitment Underway, Now Open to Resident Non-Bermudians
Tue, 2023-05-02
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is currently recruiting for Constable candidates and recently received approval to expand its eligibility criteria regarding local residents.
Applicants must now be Bermudian, the spouse of a Bermudian or a resident non-Bermudian, in good physical and mental health.
Applicants must also have a Bermuda School Diploma (BSD) or equivalent and must be between the ages of 19 and 49 years old at the start of the contract.
Eligible individuals seeking a career in law enforcement, to represent the local community, and assist in ‘Making Bermuda Safer’, are encouraged to apply.
All successful applicants are required to pass the following evaluations to be considered for the upcoming Recruit Foundation Course (RFC).
• Police Initial Recruitment Test (PIRT)
• Job Related Fitness Test (JRFT)
• Security Checks
• Personality Evaluation
• Physical (which includes BMI Assessment)
• Psychological Evaluations
• Medical Examinations
• Assessment Board
Those that are accepted to join the RFC will receive on the job training via academic modules, course work, exams, and practical exercises.
Academic as well as practical learning on the RFC are assessed and coincide with serving as a student police officer, which involves active frontline duties for the Bermuda Police Service.
The deadline for applications is Wednesday, 17th May 2023. To apply, please visit www.govtcareers.gov.bm.
No hard copy applications will be accepted.
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