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Reported Serious Three Vehicle Collision in Warwick
Thu, 2012-08-30
Around 10:20pm on Thursday, August 30th police and first responders attended a reported serious three vehicle collision on Middle Road in Warwick near the junction with Longford Road. A car and two motorcycles were involved in the collision, with the driver of the car and the riders of both motorcycles injured as a result. There were no other injuries reported.
All three victims were taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment; however the full extent of their injuries is not known at this time. Inquiries into this collision are ongoing and any witnesses are encouraged to contact the main police number on 295-0011.
Read MoreUnconfirmed Firearm Incident: Woody’s Drive In, 25th August 2012
Thu, 2012-08-30
Detective Chief Inspector Nicholas Pedro, Officer In Charge of the Serious Crime Unit - The Bermuda Police Service is 
continuing its investigations into the appearance of a man carrying what appears to be a firearm outside the popular Somerset bar & restaurant known as Woody’s Drive In.
We are taking the unusual step today of releasing CCTV footage of the incident in the hope that we can identify the man. The circumstances of this matter have prompted us to undertake an intense investigation, and we need the assistance of the community.
Misleading Internet Photo Circulating
Wed, 2012-08-29
The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a misleading photo which is circulating locally via social media. The photo shows a police car, rumoured to be a Bermuda Police Service vehicle, with two bullet holes in one of its windows. The Bermuda Police Service wishes to clarify that this is a photograph taken off the internet. It shows the car that was being driven by a UK police officer in North East England when he was shot and injured in July 2010. Of the three suspects involved in the shooting, one took his own life before arrest and the other two received life sentences on conviction of attempted murder.
August 28 - Daily Report
Tue, 2012-08-28
Swimmer in Distress Rescued At Horseshoe Bay - Around 7:45pm on Monday, August 27th police and first responders attended a report of a swimmer in distress at Horseshoe Bay beach in Southampton. It appears that prior to police arrival, members of the public in the area rescued a man in apparent difficulty from the sea and rendered CPR. The victim, believed to be an Indian national in his mid-30s, was then taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance and at last check was in the Intensive Care Unit in stable condition.
Alleged Firearm Incident in Sandys Parish
Mon, 2012-08-27
Police are currently investigating an alleged firearm incident that took place around 10:15pm on Saturday, August 25th in the vicinity of Woody's Bar & Restaurant in Sandys parish. There were no reported injuries. Detectives are interested in speaking with anyone who was at the Sandys establishment on Saturday night or anyone with any information regarding the alleged incident. Anyone who can assist with inquiries into this matter is encouraged to contact the Somerset Criminal Investigation Unit on 234-1010 or the confidential and anonymous Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.
August 26 - Weekend Report
Sun, 2012-08-26
Update: Man Arrested After Reported Burglary at Court Street Store - The suspect arrested in connection with this matter around 7pm Friday August 24th, a 29 year old Pembroke man, was treated at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for his injuries and released. However he remains in police custody and inquiries are ongoing by the Hamilton Criminal Investigation Unit. A court appearance is anticipated in due course.
Update: Two Men Rescued After Marine Incident
The 68 year old Pembroke man and 44 year old Pembroke man rescued by members of the public and police officers after their fishing boat capsized and sank off Devonshire Bay around 5:35pm Friday, August 24th have since been released from hospital.
Man Arrested After Reported Burglary at Court Street Store
Fri, 2012-08-24
A few minutes after 7:00pm today, police responded to a report of a burglary that took place at a business on Court Street. Police were in the area and saw the suspect.
A chase ensued and the suspect made his way to the corner of King and Dundonald Streets where he jumped on the roof of a nearby building. Police surrounded the building however the man jumped off the building, resulting in the man falling on his face.
A struggle commenced and the suspect was tasered by police.
Two Men Rescued After Marine Incident
Fri, 2012-08-24
At approximately 5:35pm today marine police were dispatched to a report of an 18 foot fishing boat that capsized just off Devonshire Bay. Two males aged 40 and 60 were assisted to the shore and both appear to be fine. In the abundance of caution both men were taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where they are being treated for non-life threatening injures. The fishing boat was severely damaged and has sunk.
Marine police are advising the maritime community to exercise caution when going out on the water as we are expecting very rough and unpredictable waters for the next few days.
August 24 - Daily Report
Fri, 2012-08-24
Single Vehicle Collision in Devonshire - Around 4:15pm on Thursday, August 23rd police and first responders attended a reported single vehicle collision on Middle Road in Devonshire near the junction with Oleander Lane. It appears that a jeep was being driven along Middle Road when it collided with a roadside pillar. As a result the driver, a 71 year old Pembroke man, received an arm injury. He was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment and further medical assessment.
August 21 - Daily Report
Tue, 2012-08-21
Latest Policing Plans Now Available Online - The Bermuda Police Service would like to inform the public that the 2012 Annual Policing Plan and the 2012-2015 Strategic Plans are now available on the Bermuda Police Service website. Anyone interested in viewing these documents can download them here.
