Ninth Annual Paul Marsden Memorial Rugby Game Sunday

Fri, 2015-01-16

The 9th Annual Paul Marsden Memorial Rugby game will be taking place this Sunday 18th January 2015 at 3:30pm at National Sports Complex south pitch.

As a reminder Paul Marsden was Police Constable 2206 who tragically died on the rugby field while playing rugby for the Bermuda Police Rugby Club against Mariners RFC on 22nd January 2006.

Reported Two Vehicle Collision in Devonshire

Fri, 2015-01-16

Around 4:15pm on Thursday, January 15th first responders were dispatched to a reported two vehicle collision on South Road in Devonshire, in the area of Kent Avenue and Tee Street.

It appears that a motorcycle was being ridden along South Road and a car was exiting Kent Avenue when the vehicles collided.

Official Opening of the BPS Occupational Health Unit (OHU)

Wed, 2015-01-14

Deputy Commissioner of Police Paul Wright - Although policing can be a hugely satisfying and rewarding form of public service, it can also be stressful, exhausting and otherwise challenging for all police officers, reserve police and support staff.

The BPS has made progress in recent years to place more emphasis on wellness support for our staff and today, the official opening of the new Occupational Health Unit (OHU) represents a significant leap forwards in terms of elevating the importance of that support.

Ongoing Witness Appeal: Confirmed Firearm Incident in Sandys

Wed, 2015-01-14

The investigation into a confirmed firearm incident that occurred around 9:40pm Tuesday, January 13th in the Heath Lane, Sandys parish area off Sound View Road is ongoing.

There were no reported injuries and witnesses or persons with any information regarding suspicious individuals and vehicles in the Sound View Road, Sandys parish area between 9:30pm and 9:45pm Tuesday should contact the Serious Crime Unit on telephone number 247-1739 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477.

Confirmed Firearm Incident in Sandys Parish: No Reported Injuries

Tue, 2015-01-13

Around 9:40pm on Tuesday, January 13th police responded to reports of gunshots in the Heath Lane, Sandys parish area off Sound View Road.

Forensic evidence collected at the scene confirmed that a firearm had been discharged; however there have been no reported injuries at this time.

Second Road Fatality for 2015: Richard Thomas

Tue, 2015-01-13

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 59 year old Richard Thomas of Paget and extends condolences to his family and friends.

Mr. Thomas was seriously injured when the motorcycle he was riding collided with a car around 5:55pm Monday, January 12th on Middle Road in Warwick near the junction with Ord Road.

Second Road Fatality for 2015

Mon, 2015-01-12

Around 5:55pm on Monday, January 12th first responders attended a reported serious two vehicle collision on Middle Road in Warwick near the junction with Ord Road.

It appears that a motorcyclist, believed to be a 59 year old Paget man, was riding along Middle Road when he lost control of his vehicle and collided with a car. He apparently succumbed to his injuries at the scene and was subsequently pronounced dead at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.

Reported Serious Collision in Warwick

Mon, 2015-01-12

Around 5:55pm on Monday, January 12th first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious two vehicle collision involving a car and a motorcycle at the junction of Middle Road and Ord Road in Warwick.

Traffic diversions are currently in place at the junction of Middle Road and Longford Road as well as the junction of Middle Road and Keith Hall Road until further notice. Further updates to follow.

Royal Anguilla Police Force Sergeant Joins PMR on Secondment

Mon, 2015-01-12

Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva - I am delighted to welcome Sergeant Chrispen Gumbs of the Royal Anguilla Police Force (RAPF) to the ranks of the Bermuda Police Service – at least for the next two weeks.

Sergeant Gumbs has been seconded to the BPS to shadow the Public and Media Relations (PMR) Unit until 23rd January under the leadership of Mr. Dwayne Caines and his staff.

Defendant Arrested After Failing to Appear in Magistrates’ Court

Mon, 2015-01-12

Magistrate Khamisi Tokunbo issued an arrest warrant for 34 year old Kamal Worrell after he failed to appear in Magistrates’ Court this morning as required.

The defendant was subsequently located and taken into police custody. A court appearance is anticipated in due course.