Sudden Death of American Visitor Thomas Power
Wed, 2017-06-14
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 81 year old Thomas Power and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Mr. Power, said to be from Virginia, got into difficulty while swimming near the beach at Pompano Beach Club in Southampton around 11:40am Tuesday, June 13th.
The American visitor was assisted to shore and CPR was performed.
Read MoreMan Injured in Sandys Parish Rental Cycle Crash Airlifted Overseas
Wed, 2017-06-14
At last check earlier this morning (June 14th) the man injured when the rental cycle he was riding struck a wall around 7:40pm Monday, June 12th on Somerset Road in Sandys parish near the junction with Cambridge Road, had been airlifted overseas for further medical treatment.
The victim, said to be a guest worker, was initially treated in the Intensive Care Unit at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital and thought to be 26 years old.
Fresh Appeal for Witnesses: Patrick Dill Murder Investigation
Tue, 2017-06-13
The Bermuda Police Service is renewing appeals for information on the circumstances surrounding the death of 26 year old Patrick Dill, which is being treated as a murder investigation.
Patrick Dill was shot outside of his residence on Crossland Lane, Pembroke about 11pm Saturday 21st May 2016.
The investigation is ongoing and information has come to the attention of the investigating officers that there may have been area residents outside at the time of this shooting.
Rental Cycle Crash in Sandys Parish [Updated]
Tue, 2017-06-13
Around 7:40pm Monday, June 12th police and first responders were dispatched to a reported single vehicle rental cycle crash on Somerset Road in Sandys parish, near the junction with Cambridge Road.
It appears that the rental cycle rider, believed to be a 26 year old male guest worker, struck a wall.
He was transported via ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for treatment of his injuries and an update on his condition will be provided in due course.
BPS Addresses MP Crockwell Sudden Death Voice Note Allegations
Mon, 2017-06-12
The Bermuda Police Service has verified that a voice note circulating on social media with alleged circumstances of MP Shawn Crockwell’s sudden death did not come from a police officer.
The contents of the voice note are disturbing in that they make sensational and speculative comments about the scene that are not true.
It has been confirmed that the voice on the recording belongs to a member of the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service.
Two Men Arrested After Reported Disturbance at KEMH
Mon, 2017-06-12
The 35 year old man and 28 year old man injured in an altercation at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital around 5pm Sunday have been treated, discharged and arrested in connection with the incident.
Both men remain in police custody at this time.
Detectives continue their inquiries and any witnesses are asked to contact the Criminal Investigation Department on 247-1744.
Reported Disturbance at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [Updated]
Sun, 2017-06-11
Around 5pm Sunday, June 11th police officers responded to a reported disturbance at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
Initial information suggests that two men visiting the hospital were involved in an altercation in a public area of the second floor general wing, with one said to have brandished a bladed article.
The 35 year old man and 28 year old man involved were injured and apparently sustained non-life threatening wounds.
Reported Gunshots in Sandys Parish
Sun, 2017-06-11
Around 5:45pm Saturday, June 10th police officers responded to a report of gunshots in the Cooks Hill, Sandys parish area.
A search was made of that location and surrounding areas but no evidence to substantiate the report was found.
Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the main police telephone number 295-0011 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477.
Sudden Death of Shawn Crockwell JP MP
Sat, 2017-06-10
The Bermuda Police Service regrets to announce the death of Mr. Shawn Crockwell JP MP.
We extend our sincere condolences to his family, colleagues and friends.
Mr. Crockwell was found in an unresponsive state at a Hamilton parish residence around 4pm today (Saturday, June 10th).
He was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene by the attending doctor.
Advisory Regarding Burglaries at Commercial Premises
Fri, 2017-06-09
Following recent reported burglaries at commercial premises, business owners are reminded to take basic crime prevention steps to minimise the attraction and impact of these acquisitive crimes.
Detective Superintendent Sean Field-Lament of the Crime Division states: “Simple measures such as installing motion activated outside lighting, installing or refreshing existing alarm systems and/or CCTV helps in target hardening of facilities, which can go a long way in deterring criminals from selecting your premises.
