Mon, 2025-05-26

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) implemented a robust policing plan over the Bermuda Day holiday weekend, with proactive patrols conducted between 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, 22nd May and 5:00 a.m. on Monday, 26th May 2025.

During this period, a total of 34 individuals were arrested for a range of offences.

These included:

14 arrests for outstanding warrants,

5 arrests on suspicion of impaired driving, and

2 arrests for possession of bladed articles, among other offences.

In addition, 21 road traffic collisions were reported, 10 of which resulted in injuries. At last check, one injured individual was receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.

As part of our road safety efforts, officers also issued:

11 traffic tickets, and

5 official warnings to motorists throughout the weekend.

Detective Superintendent Dennis Astwood stated: “The BPS continues to take a proactive approach to addressing violent crime and antisocial behaviour. Our efforts are guided by intelligence-led policing, including the use of legislative powers such as stop and search under section 315F of the Criminal Code, and valuable information provided by members of the public.”

He added: “On behalf of the Bermuda Police Service, I wish to commend the vast majority of the community who celebrated Bermuda Day in a safe and responsible manner. Your cooperation played a key role in supporting our policing operations and helping to ensure a safer environment for all.”

The Bermuda Police Service remains committed to working in partnership with the community to maintain public safety and uphold the law.

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