Update: Reported Firearm Incident
Fri, 2012-02-24
There are initial indications that the firearms incident reported Thursday evening in the vicinity of the Hamilton Police Station might be gang-related. The potential for a reprisal attack cannot be discounted. Therefore, the Bermuda Police Service will increase operations throughout the island commencing this weekend.
This increased police activity will include road checks that will take place at various locations. This will no doubt cause some inconvenience and we ask the public for their patience and cooperation.
Read MoreFebruary 24 - Daily Report
Fri, 2012-02-24
Update: Mount Hill Collision - Initially it was believed that the pedestrian involved in the collision at Mount Hill, Pembroke on Thursday February 23rd was an 11 year old boy. He is now confirmed to be seven years old. At last check, the victim was in stable condition on the children’s ward at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital with a leg injury. Any witnesses to the collision or anyone with any information should contact the main police number on 295-0011.
Reported Firearm Incident
Thu, 2012-02-23
Around 5:30pm on Thursday, February 23rd police responded to a reported firearm incident in the area of Victoria Street and Court Street in Pembroke. It appears that two men on a motorcycle were riding through the area when the pillion passenger brandished what appeared to be a firearm at another motorist.
No shots were fired and no one was injured. A full investigation is underway. Police are appealing for any witnesses, particularly anyone who may have been in the area around the time of the incident, to contact the main police number 295-0011 or Crime Stoppers on 800-8477.
February 23 - Daily Report
Thu, 2012-02-23
Collision - Around 8:20am on Thursday February 23rd, police and first responders attended a reported collision on Mount Hill in Pembroke between a car and a pedestrian. It appears that a car was travelling along Mount Hill when it collided with a pedestrian near the junction with Berkeley Road. The pedestrian, believed to be an 11 year old boy, was injured and conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening. The driver, a 71 year old Pembroke man was not injured. Inquiries into this incident are underway.
Driver Arrested After Harbour Road Collision
Wed, 2012-02-22
A 44 year old St. George’s man has been arrested after reportedly leaving the scene of a single vehicle collision that occurred around 11am on Wednesday February 22nd along Harbour Road in Paget near the junction with Lovers Lane.
Both the car involved and the utility pole were damaged; however, the driver was not injured. BELCO personnel have rectified the damaged pole and Harbour Road has since been reopened to normal traffic flow. Inquiries into this matter are ongoing.
February 22 - Daily Report
Wed, 2012-02-22
Traffic Advisory - Around 11am on Wednesday February 22nd, a single vehicle damage only collision occurred on Harbour Road in Paget near the junction with Lovers Lane. Details about how the collision occurred are unclear at this time, however it appears that a car was travelling along Harbour Road when it collided with a utility pole. There have been no reported injuries as a result. BELCO personnel are currently at the scene to repair or replace the damaged utility pole.
2011 Year End Crime Statistics [February 21, 2012]
Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva addresses the media to release the latest crime figures.
*There were actually 10 firearms recovered in 2011.
February 21 - Daily Report
Tue, 2012-02-21
Burglary Advisory - Once again the Bermuda Police Service would like to advise the public to remain vigilant regarding burglaries. Recently there have been a number of burglaries reported in various parishes throughout the island. As a result, the public is encouraged to make sure all windows and doors are locked before leaving their homes unattended, even for short periods of time.
In addition, the public is reminded to secure their cars by locking all doors and windows before leaving their vehicles unattended.
2011 Year End Crime Statistics
Tue, 2012-02-21
Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva - Good afternoon. I have called this press conference today to report on
Bermuda’s crime statistics for the year ending 31st December 2011.
Overview:
2011 saw the lowest recorded crime figures since comparative records began in 2000. With total crimes at 4,371 this is a decrease of -4.5% on 2010, which is an average of about 12 crimes per day. Crimes were reduced in 3 of the 4 major categories:
Drug Seizures
Mon, 2012-02-20
On Thursday 16th February 2012, officers from the Public Protection Department of the Bermuda Police Service conducted a search warrant at a Nantucket Lane, Smith’s address. Significant quantities of suspected illegal drugs were seized, along with other items. As a result, two persons were arrested on suspicion of possession of controlled drugs with intent to supply.
