PRIVACY NOTICE: Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) 2016

Privacy Notice The role of the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is to make Bermuda safer by; protecting life and property; maintaining law and order; preserving the peace; bringing offenders to justice according to the law. Any processing of personal information about you is carried out in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) 2016. We are required to explain what information we hold about you, why we hold information about you, how we use that information and whether we will share that information with anyone else. Under PIPA, “personal information” means any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual. Examples include names, dates of birth, photographs, video footage, email addresses, and telephone numbers. “Sensitive personal information” is a defined term in PIPA that includes among others information relating to such aspects as place of origin, race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, health, disabilities, and religious belief. (Note: For a complete list, see section 7 of PIPA). Full PDF Document.

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Witness Appeal: Car Driver Pronounced Dead After Hamilton Parish Collision

Just before 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 12, 2025, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a serious two vehicle road traffic collision involving a private motorcar and a Department of Public Transportation (DPT) bus on North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish, just east of the Aquarium. The male motorcar driver along with several persons from on board the DPT bus were conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment for injuries sustained in the collision. Sadly, the motorcar driver was pronounced dead a short time later. The Bermuda Police Service offers sincere condolences to the family of the deceased. We are aware that images of the collision scene with the motorcar driver still inside the vehicle are now being circulated on social media. We are appealing for you to not forward these images on should you receive them. The roadway was closed to all traffic for approximately four hours, while the collision scene was forensically processed. We wish to thank the public for their understanding and cooperation while this was done. An investigation into this collision has now begun. Anyone who may have witnessed or, has information on this incident, is asked to contact the Police Constable Gregory White of the Roads Policing Unit on, 717-2226 or, via email at, gwhite@bps.bm.

Update Regarding Police Activity Following Recent Serious Incidents

Assistant Commissioner of Police, Antoine Daniels - "On behalf of Bermuda Police Service(BPS) I will provide latest updates of police activities since the tragic murders of Miss Jasmin Smith (32) and Mr ShaquanWilliams (29), as well as the attempted murder of three others who were shot and injured at Legends bar on Thursday 1 May. You will note that within the last week we have had a number of untimely sudden deaths as well, which have kept officers busy in an effort to progress these matters. Today we are declaring the sudden death of the 28 year young lady found last Thursday morning in Warwick as a suspicious death. A team has been assigned to conduct investigations into this matter. Immediately after the murders of Miss Smith and Mr Williams the BPS developed/initiated a multi-purpose response plan with a number of key intents; Conduct an investigation into the murders/attempt murders Target those responsible, while at same time reduce opportunities for retaliation Provide high visibility presence across the island and in particular those areas where the violence is likely to occur Provide community reassurance to the affected neighbourhoods and wider community Provide regular updates to local our community and of course seek the public assistance with appeals for information/witnesses I take this opportunity to both thank and commend those members of the community who have provided various forms of assistance thus far – your support is greatly appreciated and without you these types of investigations are more difficult reconcile. The results of this initiative are, since 3 May: 441 Stop and Searches 11 warrants executed, 10 linked to the murder investigation 50 MVT’s issued 27 arrests which includes 3 for suspicion of murder At the time of this release 2 remain in custody with one having been released on bail pending further investigations. Crime Stoppers Reward In addition to the BPS response plans we have received support from our partners at Crime Stoppers, who are offering a monetary reward. The independent charity Crime Stoppers offers up to five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) reward for the information that leads to an arrest and conviction of each of the individuals responsible for this incident, or the seizure of a firearm. Crime Stoppers just want your information, they will never ask for your name or personal details. This is a completely anonymous community service to help stop and prevent any further crime. Their confidential hotline is 800-8477 (TIPS)."

Social Media Posts Could Hamper Ongoing Sudden Death Investigation

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is aware of a number of social media posts making allegations in relation to an ongoing police investigation, involving an unresponsive female found near Warwick playground. The BPS is requesting that should you receive these messages or posts, you do not forward them on and instead, delete them from your device. This social media activity could hamper the ongoing investigation, as well as negatively impact any possible future prosecution. Also of concern is the risk to the safety and wellbeing of persons identified. Please allow us to complete our investigations and do not intervene against any persons identified in those posts. Doing so, could result in your arrest and or prosecution.

Sudden Death

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm identity of the woman who was found unresponsive in an area near the Warwick Playground as, Honee Smith. Unfortunately, Ms. Smith succumbed to her injuries while receiving treatment at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. Ms. Smith was found shortly after 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2025, on a rocky embankment just off the trails near the playground. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, and an active investigation into how Ms. Smith came to be in that location is now underway. An autopsy is anticipated in due course. The Bermuda Police Service is once again appealing to members of the public who may have been in the area around the time of the incident and who may have seen a lone female along the trails to make contact with Detective Sergeant Kendy Swainson on, 717-2355 or via e-mail at, kswainson@bps.bm. You may also call 211, the main police number, 295-0011 or, use the community reporting portal at, portal.police.bm. The Bermuda Police Service extends condolences to the family of Ms. Smith. Photo of Honee Smith.

Second Suspect Arrested in Connection With Fatal Sandys Parish Shooting

The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the arrest of a second suspect, a 23-year-old male, in connection with the fatal shooting which took place at the Legends club in Sandys, on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The first suspect arrested, remains in custody while the search continues for two others. We wish to thank those members of the public who have assisted by coming forward and providing information about this incident. Information which has helped us to significantly progress our investigation. Should you have any information regarding the events of last Thursday night, and have not yet reached out to us, we urge you to please do so. No matter how insignificant you may think that information to be. Please contact Acting Detective Superintendent, Jason Smith on, 717-0864 or, via e-mail at, jsmith2@bps.bm. You may also provide the information anonymously, by calling the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477. Another option would be to provide the information via the Community reporting portal at, portal.police.bm. If you’d prefer, speak with a police officer you know. Acting Superintendent Smith stated, “The BPS is also once again appealing for anyone who may have knowledge of the whereabouts of the suspect believed to have been injured during to get in contact with us, in order that we may get them the medical assistance they require. The extent of those injuries is not known, but based on evidence retrieved, it appears to be serious.” “If you know who this person is or, where they might be but prefer not to contact police, then please get them to hospital as soon as is posible.”

Appeal Against Misinformation

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is aware of rumours circulating in the community, that a suspect believed to have been injured in the shooting incident at the Legends bar, Somerset Road, Sandys, on Thursday, May 1, 2025, has succumbed to their injuries. Our investigations have found no evidence to substantiate these claims. However, we urge that if anyone has been injured that the individual, or those who may be looking after them, contact us so that we might assist in helping that person obtain any medical care they require. Alternatively, the individual should be taken directly to hospital, if their injuries are believed to be serious or life-threatening. We are appealing to the public, should you have any information as to where the injured person is located or who might be assisting them, to please get in contact with Acting Detective Superintendent, (ADS) Jason Smith on, 717-0864 or, via e-mail at, jsmith2@bps.bm. You may also provide the information anonymously by calling the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477. Another option would be to provide the information via the Community reporting portal at, portal.police.bm. Further, we ask that should you have any information about anyone you believe may have been involved in the incident at the Legends bar, that you do not share it on social media, especially with accompanying images. Instead, please get in contact with ADS Smith or, share the information anonymously via Crime Stoppers or, at portal.police.bm. We again wish to thank the public for the assistance provided thus far as we continue to progress our investigations.

Final 4 Sports Cards and Prize Eligibility

The Bermuda Police Service is happy to announce, the final set of four cards in the 2024-2025 Legends & Superstars sports cards campaign are now out and ready to be collected from any of our officers or police stations. The final set includes: Randy Horton (Football) Legend Andre Lambe (Boxing) Superstar Tyler Butterfield (Triathlon) Superstar Kamau Leverock (Cricket) Superstar Young people who have gathered all 44 collectible sports cards are eligible for special prizes, including a commemorative poster and branded card carrying case. To qualify, please e-mail, sportscards@bps.bm with the following details by 30th June 2025: Youth’s full name Guardian’s full name Youth’s age School Guardian's contact number And a photo with your young person displaying all 44 cards Ten randomly selected young people with full card sets, will be invited to a Police Week, 2025, luncheon with some of the featured local athletes, to be hosted by our gracious sponsors, the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram or X/Twitter for further updates and tag us in your sports card photos!

Fatal Sandys Parish Shooting Victim Identification

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm the identities of the two people who succumbed to injuries sustained in the shooting incident which took place inside the Legends bar, Sandys, around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2025. They are, 32-year-old, Jasmin Smith and 29-year-old, Shaquan Williams. The BPS extends condolences the families of the deceased. The investigation regarding this incident is ongoing and the BPS is grateful to those persons who have already come forward to assist with inquiries. However, we are appealing for anyone with any information who may not yet have reached out, to please contact the Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector (DCI) Derricka Burns. DCI Burns can be reached by calling 717-0921, or by e-mail dburns@bps.bm. Information can also be provided through the BPS online community reporting portal, https://portal.police.bm/ or via the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477. Photos of 32-year-old Jasmin Smith (left) and 29-year-old Shaquan Williams (right).