Commissioner of Police Addresses Recent Savvy Matter Information Breach

Monday, March 10,2025

Commissioner of Police, Darrin Simons - "Since 2019, the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) confidentially held information about the Savvy matter. That information was recently leaked. The release of confidential information from any investigation constitutes a breach and is of grave concern to the BPS. When a serving, or former officer, leaks confidential information, it undermines the trust you place in us. After this matter was first reported in the media, I initiated an investigation. Confidentiality is not optional. It is a fundamental responsibility of every member of our organization. We remain committed to transparency and accountability and treat breaches of our professional standards seriously. Anyone with information related to this breach is encouraged to contact Chief Inspector Jason Smith jsmith2@bps.bm or 717-0864 or the confidential Crime Stoppers line at 800-8477."

Parish Officers Redeployment

Friday, March 07,2025

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) wishes to inform the public that commencing Monday, March 10th 2025, a number of Parish Officers will be re-deployed to general patrol duties. This re-deployment will last until Saturday, May 17th, 2025 and is part of continued efforts to make Bermuda safer whilst other officers are involved in training. This means there will be limited access to your Parish Officers during this period. The BPS apologises for any inconvenience this temporary change may cause, as we recognize the value that Parish Officers bring to our community. We thank the public for their patience and understanding. Meantime, should you need to contact the Parish Constables Office, please call, 247-1727 or, e-mail at, parishes@bps.bm.

Attempted Theft Suspect Arrested

Tuesday, March 04,2025

Around 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025, police received a report of an attempted theft near the junction of the Railway Trail and South Road, Paget. Details are that a member of the public who had advertised an item for sale on social media met a prospective purchaser, an 18-year-old male, at an agreed location to carry out the transaction. However, during the exchange, the 18-year-old attempted to snatch the electronic item being sold. A struggle ensued between the two which resulted in the teen leaving the area empty handed on a motorcycle east along South Road. An eyewitness provided officers with a description of the suspect and the motorcycle involved. Following investigations, the suspect was located in the parking lot of a business near Collector’s Hill Smith’s. He was approached by officers who informed him he was being detained on suspicion of theft. During the arrest, the suspect resisted, and a brief struggle ensued. As a result, he was further detained for assault on police. He was subsequently arrested and taken to the Hamilton Police Station. The suspect has since appeared in Magistrates’ Court and a trial date set. Police believe this arrest may assist with their ongoing investigations into a recent spate of incidents in which individuals selling items advertised on social media, had the items stolen when meeting “buyers”. The BPS urges members of the public to continue being vigilant when conducting these types of sales transactions.

35 of 44 Legends & Superstars Sports Cards Now Unveiled

Tuesday, March 04,2025

The rollout of the 2024-2025 Bermuda Legends & Superstars sports cards – produced by the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) in cooperation with Hamilton Princess & Beach Club – is almost complete! This month’s set of five includes two women and three men, featuring (in no particular order): Clyde Best (Football) Legend Katura Horton-Perinchief (Diving) Legend Megan Troake (Field Hockey) Superstar Kaden Hopkins (Cycling) Superstar Dage Minors (Track & Field) Superstar Thanks to the partnership with Hamilton Princess, a total of 35 collectible sports cards have been released since 1st October 2024, with the final two card sets scheduled to be distributed in April and May 2025. With March’s release, eight Legends & 27 Superstars have been revealed to date, leaving only three Legends and six Superstars to be unveiled for this 2024-2025 sports cards series. All 44 Legends and Superstars sports cards feature the local athlete’s name, photo and sport on the front, while the reverse side provides a synopsis of their notable sporting achievements, as well as a personal quote. Our youth are encouraged to actively seek out police officers on patrol throughout the island for an opportunity, through positive interaction or engagement, to receive one of the latest collectible sports cards! Students may also collect one of the 35 inspiring sports cards released to date at any police station (Hamilton, Somerset and Southside). However, please note that some cards may no longer be available. Who are the remaining nine local sporting heroes to be unveiled? Follow BPS social media (Facebook, Instagram & X/Twitter) to find out!

Suspect Arrested After Chase

Friday, February 28,2025

Shortly before 10:00 a.m. on Thursday February 27, 2025, police officers approached a male seated inside a motorcar parked on Parliament Street, City of Hamilton, in relation to a report made to police. While speaking with the subject, officers observed a clear plastic bag containing what appeared to be the controlled drug, cannabis, in a conspicuous location inside the vehicle. The subject was informed that he would be detained for a search under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1972. He was initially compliant, but upon exiting the vehicle, he ran off with the officers giving chase. The suspect made his way into a nearby business, where he was located and detained without further incident. He was arrested for an offence under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1972 and transported to Hamilton Police Station, where his detention was authorized. There were no injuries to any of the parties involved and no damage to any property during this event.