Witness Appeal – Jahkobi Smith Murder
Around 7:15pm on Saturday 29th July, 2017, Jahkobi Smith, was fatally stabbed after he was involved in an altercation that took place at the West End Sailboat Club, Sandys. At that time, there was a wake being held for the late Jahcari Francis. Police and EMT’s rendered assistance to Mr. Smith at the scene; however, he was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. On this the seventh anniversary of his death, the Bermuda Police Service is once again appealing for
Confirmed firearms incident
Around 11:10 p.m. on Monday, July 29, 2024, police and other first responders were dispatched to a confirmed firearms incident on the South Shore Road near the junction with Strawberry Hill, Paget. Upon arrival, officers found a female who sustained multiple gunshot wounds, lying in the roadway next to a motorcycle. EMTs commenced life saving measures before transporting the victim to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for further treatment of her injuries which are considered life-threatening. Reports are the female and a male pillion passenger were traveling
Two men arrested in connection with the Fort Scaur double murder investigation
On Thursday, July 25th, 2024, the Bermuda Police Service Serious Crime Unit, supported by the Criminal Investigation, Gang Targeting and Police Support Units, executed two warrants in the Sandys Parish area. Two male suspects were arrested in connection with the ongoing investigations into the murders of Razi Garland and Amon Robinson. Detective Superintendent Sherwin Joseph of the Crime Division stated: “Our officers continue to work tirelessly to progress these serious matters, however, we need the continued support of our community. “We are once again appealing for anyone
The Essential Summer Safety Guide for Bermuda Residents
Summer can be a relaxing time, with kids home from school and the holiday season in full swing. However, it's important to remain vigilant and keep yourself and those around you safe. Here are some tips to make sure that your summer fun is crime-free. Monitor open windows When you have a full house, open windows are a great way to let some fresh air in. However, leaving them unguarded can give burglars an easy way into your home. Make sure that you close windows before
BPS Confirm Identities of 2 Young Men Killed in Scaur Hill Shooting
Sadly, the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm the identities of two young men who died following a verified firearm incident in the Scaur Hill, Sandys parish area that was reported around 6:05am Wednesday, 10th July 2024, as 18-year-old Razi Garland and 19-year-old Amon Robinson. The BPS extends our sincere condolences to the families and friends of both young men. Two BPS Family Liaison Officers are providing relevant assistance to the families of each deceased teen. Their autopsies will be conducted in due course. The investigation regarding
Does Tourism Increase Crime?
Last year, over 700,000 people visited Bermuda – more than ten times the island’s population! The summer months are the most popular with tourists, so around this time of year you might start to wonder what impact this has on crime. Read on to find out more. Tourism and crime in Bermuda Research suggests a correlation between tourism and crime. Tourists can be both victims and perpetrators of crime, so contribute to crime statistics from both sides. With such high volumes of people unfamiliar with the local
Condition Update/Witness Appeal
The 18-year-old male injured in a suspected stabbing incident which occurred in Hamilton Parish on Thursday, June 27, 2024, remains listed in critical condition in the Intensive Care Unit at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. The investigation into this matter remains ongoing and anyone with information, is asked to contact, Detective Constable, Patrick Jones, of the Criminal Investigations Unit, on, 717-2170 or, via email, pjones@bps.bm You may also contact the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers number, 800-8477. Alternatively, you may provide information via the Bermuda Police
What Information Can Crime Stoppers Take?
If you want to report a crime but are worried about your details being shared, Crime Stoppers can help. However, you may have some concerns about what information is appropriate to pass on to us. Read on to find out what information we're interested in and how we keep you anonymous. What is Crime Stoppers? Crime Stoppers is a registered charity in Bermuda (no. 410) that collects information about crimes from anonymous reporters. Anyone can use our online form or 24-hour phone line. This information is
Bike Theft in Bermuda: Statistics & Prevention
Bike theft is a widespread and frustrating crime. If you own a motorcycle, you might be concerned about how common the problem is. In this post, we’ll provide some details about bike theft in Bermuda and how you can prevent it. Bermuda bike theft: the facts In 2019, between 584 and 618 bikes were stolen, which is around 50 per month. This dropped slightly in 2020, when 42 motorcycles per month were stolen. The majority of bikes stolen have locks on them. Like many crimes, bike theft has
Firearms incident
Shortly after 12:30 a.m. on Friday, June 7, 2024, police and other first responders were dispatched to a residence on South Terrace, Pembroke following a report of a female having been found with a gunshot wound. Upon their arrival, officers immediately commenced life saving efforts on the victim who was unresponsive but breathing. She was shortly thereafter transported by ambulance to the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where at last check she continued to receive treatment for her injury which is being considered life threatening. An investigation
