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Media Relations Dept.
Police Headquarters
P.O. Box HM 530
Tel: (441) 299-4249/4291/4321
Fax: (441) 299-4322
E-mail: Police Media Relations


 
Date:Tuesday, May 27,2025
Distribution: All Media

Firearms Seizure

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, officers from the Bermuda Police Service’s Police Support and Gang Units executed a search warrant at a residence on Happy Valley Road, Pembroke.

During the search, discovered and seized a loaded firearm and inquiries in relation to this matter are ongoing.

This is a significant seizure and underscores our ongoing commitment to safeguarding our community by targeting illegal firearms and disrupting gang-related activities. Such efforts are vital in protecting our citizens and maintaining public safety.

Acting Detective Superintendent, Jason Smith, pointed out, “This successful operation was the result of the continued support and cooperation of members of the community. This is the second time in recent days that the community working with the BPS, has prevented a potentially fatal or life threatening incident from occurring. Thank you. Let’s continue to build and strengthen this partnership, which is vital in ensuring the safety of our island home.”

As a reminder, if you have information to firearms or criminal activity, we urge you to call the main police number 295-0011 or, provide the information via the community reporting portal at, https://portal.police.bm.

Alternatively, you may also call the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477 or speak with a police officer you know.


All incidents are under investigation. Police are appealing to members of the public who have witnessed these incidents or may have information pertaining to them to contact their respective Police Station, Police Headquarters at 295-0011 or the confidential Crimestoppers Hotline on 1 (800) 623-8477.

Public & Media Relations Department