Body Washed Ashore

Wed, 2013-12-11

Around 12:30am on Wednesday, December 11th police and Bermuda Radio received a report of a man in a marine vessel in distress in the waters off of North Shore and Black Watch Pass.

A maritime search for the vessel ensued and a debris field was established. Around 7:50am a man’s lifeless body was found, believed to be the missing sailor, who was apparently traveling with his two cats.

Four Teenagers Arrested After Dispute at Bermuda College

Tue, 2013-12-10

Around 11:55am on Tuesday, December 10th police officers responded to a dispute at the Bermuda College campus in Paget.

Details remain unclear at this time; however it appears that the dispute occurred between persons attending that location for GED examinations.

Two 17 year old Sandys parish males and two 18 year old Warwick males were arrested in connection with this incident.

Update: Reported Serious Collision in Paget

Mon, 2013-12-09

At last check the 28 year old Warwick man seriously injured in a single vehicle motorcycle collision around 2:30am Sunday, December 8th on Harbour Road in Paget near the junction with Salt Kettle Road was in stable condition in the Intensive Care Unit.

Inquiries into this collision are ongoing and any witnesses are encouraged to contact PC Carol Skerritt on 295-0011.

Update: Reported Serious Collision in Devonshire

Sun, 2013-12-08

At last check the 55 year old Pembroke man seriously injured in a single vehicle motorcycle collision around 9:45pm Saturday, December 7th on Poinciana Road in Devonshire near the junction with Watlington Road East was in stable condition in the Intensive Care Unit.

Inquiries into this collision are ongoing and any witnesses that have not already come forward are encouraged to contact PC Milen Simons on 295-0011.

Reported Serious Collision in Devonshire

Sat, 2013-12-07

Police responded to a report of a road traffic collision that took place on Saturday night at 9:45pm on Poinciana Road in Devonshire. It appears that a 55 year old Pembroke man was traveling north on that said road when it appears that the  Pembroke man lost control of his motorcycle and hit a wall.

The man was taken to the hospital where he is presently listed in critical condition. Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have seen this collision to contact PC Milen Simons on 295-0011.

Traffic Advisory: 2013 Christmas Boat Parade

Thu, 2013-12-05

The motoring public is advised that the following road and parking rules will be in effect from 6pm until 9pm Saturday, December 7th regarding the 2013 Christmas Boat Parade.

One Way Street

Harbour Road, between Manse Road and Stowe Hill travelling in an easterly direction.

Ongoing Witness Appeal: Uthmani Talbot Fatal Collision

Tue, 2013-12-03

The investigation into the fatal collision that occurred around 3:20am Saturday, November 30th on Harrington Sound Road in Smith’s parish near the junction with Harrington Hundreds Road which claimed the life of 24 year old Uthmani Talbot is ongoing.

The investigating officer is particularly interested in speaking with the driver of a car that stopped at the scene to assist those that initially provided first aid to the victim.

Reported Gunshots Fired in Warwick: No Injuries

Mon, 2013-12-02

At approximately 5:15pm police responded to reports of gun shots being fired on Middle Road in Warwick. Upon police arrival it was ascertained that two men on a motorcycle discharged a firearm in the area of Middle Road behind the Money Shop, however no one was injured.

An active search for the suspects has commenced and the scene is being forensically processed.

Accused Appears in Supreme Court for Stefan Burgess Murder

Mon, 2013-12-02

Acting Superintendent Nicholas Pedro - 24 year old Julian Markus Washington appeared in Supreme Court today, charged with the murder of Stefan Burgess. Members of the public will recall that Mr. Burgess was shot and killed inside a Glebe Road residence in the evening hours of Sunday 8th January, 2012. Another victim was also shot & injured at the same location.

The charges follow a lengthy investigation by members of the Bermuda Police Serious Crime Unit. Washington pled ‘not guilty’ to the four charges put to him of:-

Weekend Police Activity

Mon, 2013-12-02

Over the weekend, police officers arrested four people on suspicion of impaired driving as the Selective Traffic Enforcement Programme (STEP) continues.

Officers also arrested five people for outstanding warrants and conducted liquor license checks at various liquor licensed premises throughout the island.