July 8 - Daily Report
Fri, 2011-07-08
Handbag Snatch - Around 4:15 pm on Thursday July 7, police attended a reported handbag snatch on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish near the junction with Coney Island Road. It appears that two visitors were riding separate rental cycles along North Shore Road when the male visitor was accosted by two unknown men on a motorcycle. As a result, a collision occurred. One of the suspects managed to escape on foot with the visitor’s knapsack. The other suspect rode off. The male visitor sustained minor injuries from the collision and was treated at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. The female visitor was not injured.
Read MoreJuly 7 - Daily Report
Thu, 2011-07-07
Burglary - Around 7:40pm on Wednesday July 6, 2011, police responded to a reported burglary at a Trinity Church Road, Hamilton Parish residence. It was ascertained that sometime between 10pm on Tuesday July 5 and 7pm on Wednesday July 6, unknown culprits gained entry into the home while it was unoccupied and took a refrigerator, dishwasher, two televisions and a treadmill. Investigations are ongoing and police are encouraging anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the area to contact DC Anthony Bartley on the main police line at 295-0011.
Sudden Death of Bilal Furqan
Wed, 2011-07-06
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 41 year old Bilal Furqan who died as a result of a cliff jumping incident that took place at Admiralty House Park. The circumstances are that first responders attended an incident that took place at Admiralty House Park beach area at 5:37pm on Saturday, July 2nd. It appears that Mr. Furqan was jumping off the rocks into the water when he was knocked unconscious. As a result he was pulled to the beach by family members and members of the public. An off duty EMT and nurse began to perform CPR and they managed to get Mr. Furqan breathing, however he remained unconscious. The pair continued CPR until the paramedics arrived.
July 6 - Daily Report
Wed, 2011-07-06
Burglary - At approximately 1:40pm on Wednesday, Police responded to a report of a burglary at a Clarke’s Lane, Pembroke residence. It appears two men entered the residence, one carrying what appeared to be a firearm. The suspects stole several items including electronics, cash and jewelry and made good their escape by running away in a southerly direction. The home was occupied at the time of the incident; however the occupants were not injured. The two suspects were described as being approximately 6ft tall; one of medium build, one of large build, brown skinned and around 22 years old.
Attempted Murder Investigation: Serious Crime Unit Witness Appeal
Tue, 2011-07-05
The Bermuda Police Service is continuing its investigations into a shooting which occurred on Court Street, Pembroke at about 11:28pm on Monday 4th July, 2011.
In this incident, a 26 year old female and 23 year old male - both from Devonshire, received injuries. The female victim’s injuries required surgery and she is recuperating in the Intensive Care Unit at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. The male victim’s injuries were more superficial in nature.
July 5 - Daily Report
Tue, 2011-07-05
Witness Appeal: Shooting on Court Street - Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses to the confirmed firearm incident that took place at 11:28pm on Monday on Court Street in Pembroke outside of Swinging Doors. At last check the 26 year old woman injured was listed in stable condition in the Intensive Care Unit at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. The 23 year old man who received a superficial injury was treated at the hospital and later released.
Sudden Death
Tue, 2011-07-05
At 5:20 pm on Friday 1st July police & ambulance staff responded to a 911 call from an elderly woman who reported that she needed medical assistance. Dispatchers ascertained that the woman was somewhere near 'Horizons' in Paget, but they could not determine her name or address before the call terminated. They were unable to re-contact the caller or trace the telephone number.
Shooting on Court Street
Mon, 2011-07-04
Police responded to a report of a confirmed firearm incident that took place at 11:28pm on Monday on Court Street in Pembroke outside of Swinging Doors.
It appears that men traveling on a motorcycle shot at a group of individuals congregated outside of Swinging Doors, resulting in a 26 year old woman being shot. She has been conveyed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where she is being treated for her injuries which are not believed to be life threatening.
Police Seize Cannabis Plants
Mon, 2011-07-04
At 2:25pm on Monday, police attended the Smiths Hill Drive, St. George’s area after a report of cannabis cultivation. Officers made a large seizure of what are believed to be cannabis plants from a wooded area as a result. No arrests were made at the scene. Inquiries into this matter are ongoing.
Online Second Hand Motorcycle Purchasing Advisory
Mon, 2011-07-04
The Bermuda Police Service is warning the public about the recent increase in motorcycle thefts throughout the island, particularly of the Honda 125cc Scoopy.
Since May 2011, 45 bikes have been stolen. 30 of them were the Honda 125cc Scoopy. These bikes are being stolen from locations across the Island, but areas in Pembroke are being heavily targeted. These areas include Front Street, Happy Valley and areas surrounding the BIU building.
