Daily Report
REGIONAL COOPERATION IN DRUG ARREST
Mon, 2018-07-23
In December 2016, The Bermuda Police Service arrested two Canadians nationals for the importation of the potent and dangerous controlled drug fentanyl from Canada to Bermuda. Members of The Organized & Economic Crime Department (OECD) of the Bermuda Police Service, working in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), commenced a joint investigation to tackle transnational crime to suppress dangerous drugs from entering Bermuda and dismantle the conspiracy network involved.
As a result of the joint investigation the RCMP have conducted an operation in the Greater Toronto Area which recently culminated in the arrest of eight (8) persons in Canada for various Conspiracy and Drug Trafficking charges. The 18 month joint investigation lead to the seizure of kilogram levels of Fentanyl, Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Cannabis, Counterfeit US currency, 12 handguns, ammunition, and a grenade. The joint inter-agency collaboration demonstrates that the Bermuda Police Service and their international law enforcement partners mutual commitment in tackling Transnational Crime.
In an official RCMP news release, Inspector Donna Streeter, Officer in Charge - Toronto North Serious and Organized Crime Team said “Serious and Organized Crime in Canada is a multi-faceted and borderless problem impacting all.
Read MoreTheft from Parked Cars
Fri, 2018-07-20
The Bermuda Police Service would like to advise the motoring public about a recent rise in thefts from parked cars particularly in the City of Hamilton.
It appears that individuals are gaining entry into unlocked vehicles and rummaging through looking for anything of perceived value.
In some cases thieves are removing “window rain guards” and forcing the windows down then gaining entry.
Police are asking the public to do the following to lessen your chances of becoming a victim:
1. Ensure that you leave your vehicle locked and secured at all times.
2. Never leave anything of value in your car.
3. Where possible always leave your car in a well-lit area.
4. Ensure window rain guards are secured in your vehicle.
5. Report an suspicious activity to police
Witness Appeal
Thu, 2018-07-19
The Bermuda Police Service is conducting an investigation into a 37 year old Jamaican national, who unlawfully exited the Arrivals Hall whilst being examined by HM Customs staff at the LF Wade International Airport around 1:08 p.m. on Tuesday 10th July, 2018.
It is alleged that the male ran east along the Airport main road and onto the Causeway in St. Georges. The police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident, to contact Detective Sergeant David Bhagwan on 717-2042, alternatively on e-mail; dbhagwan@bps.bm or on the Crime Stoppers confidential hotline 800-8477.
43 Year-old Man Arrested for Sexual Assault on a Minor
Thu, 2018-07-19
The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a 43 year old man has been arrested in relation to an allegation of sexual assault on a minor. Because of the nature of the offence(s) and the fact that there is an active investigation underway, no further comment can be made at this time.
The Bermuda Police Service wishes to reassure everyone in the community that the Bermuda Police Service has a continuing commitment to safeguard children from harm and in particular incidents of a sexual nature.
A full investigation is underway by officers of the Vulnerable Persons Unit within the Serious Crime Department. Members of our community are reminded that if they have information about, or believe they have been a victim of abuse or sexual assault, they should report the matter to the Police. All reports of this nature will be handled in a compassionate & confidential manner.
The Vulnerable Persons Unit can be contacted on 247-1461, or 295-0011.
Reported Two Motorcycle Collision on Crow Lane
Fri, 2018-07-13
Around 10:30am today (July 13th) police and fellow first responders were dispatched to a reported two motorcycle collision on Crow Lane in Pembroke.
Initial information indicated that the collision occurred near the junction with Lane Hill and that the rider of one of the motorcycles involved, believed to be a 28 year old woman, sustained facial injuries.
Scam Alert: Menacing E-mail Attempts to Extort Money
Thu, 2018-07-12
The Bermuda Police Service is once again advising members of the public to remain vigilant regarding phone calls, e-mails and other correspondence from unknown persons that attempt to obtain personal information or other sensitive data – or even attempt to extort money.
The below section of a recent e-mail received locally clearly illustrates the tactic.
Man Arrested on the Causeway After Fleeing Airport Customs Area
Wed, 2018-07-11
Around 1:10pm Tuesday, July 10th police officers responded to a reported incident at the L.F. Wade International Airport.
It appears that an arriving passenger, believed to be a 37 year old visitor to the island, fled on foot from the local Customs area for arriving passengers inside the airport.
Police officers pursued the individual and apprehended him a short time later on the Causeway.
Witness Appeal: Man Found Injured on Front Street Early Saturday
Tue, 2018-07-10
Around 3:20am Saturday, July 7th police officers on mobile patrol along Front Street in the City of Hamilton were alerted to an injured male in the motorcycle parking lot near Pier 6.
Officers immediately attended the location and provided first aid to the individual, believed to be a 27 year old Devonshire man.
EMTs quickly arrived on scene and transported the injured man to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for further medical assessment.
Two Men Believed Hurt in St. George’s Disturbance Treated & Discharged
Mon, 2018-07-09
Around 1:15am today (July 9th) police officers attended a reported disturbance outside the St. David’s Cricket Club.
It appears that a function was being held at the premises when an altercation took place in the parking lot involving a group of men, some said to be brandishing bladed articles.
Two men believed to have been hurt in the incident – thought to be a 36 year old man and a 23 year old man – attended the hospital for treatment and were later discharged.
Motorcyclist Hurt in Reported Two Vehicle Devonshire Collision [Updated]
Fri, 2018-07-06
Around 7:30am today (July 6th) police and fellow first responders attended a reported two vehicle collision at the junction of Middle Road and Tee Street in Devonshire.
It appears that a car was being driven in the eastbound lane of Middle Road and a motorcyclist was traveling in the opposite direction when the collision occurred, as the driver of the car attempted to turn on to Tee Street.
