At this year’s 8th Annual Crime Stoppers Bermuda Film Experience, we were delighted to showcase not one, but three incredible films made right here in Bermuda. These films highlighted the depth of talent and storytelling within our island’s creative community, and we were thrilled to share them with our audience. The Waterboyz The Waterboyz, a gripping film that takes viewers into the rough streets of Atlanta, where Drew, a young man commonly referred to as a “Waterboy,” sells water on bustling street corners to earn a

School is where young people spend the majority of their waking hours. It's important that this environment is safe in order to give them the best chance to learn. There are several things that everyone in the school setting can do to protect students. Communication One of the most important things that everyone can do for school safety is to have clear lines of communication. When the school is communicating with parents and students, and parents are communicating with their children, there is a much higher

At our 8th Annual Crime Stoppers Bermuda Film Experience, we were honored to present The Waterboyz, a powerful film that delves into youth, identity, and violence. This year’s event was especially meaningful as we welcomed Ministers Owen Darrell and Michael Weeks, who shared their insights on the importance of storytelling in addressing social challenges affecting our community. Following the screening, we hosted a compelling panel discussion featuring producer Tirrell D. Whittley, executive producer Dolapo Erinkitola, and Bermudian associate producer Sia Spence. Moderated by filmmaker Dr.

There is a lot of misinformation about crime and the justice system, which can impact the way that the general public reports crime. It's important to address these myths to help the justice system work best for everyone. Here are some common myths that you might have heard about reporting crimes. Myth 1: Reporting a crime could impact my future Reality: Reporting a crime will not impact your ability to apply for jobs, housing or credit cards. As long as you tell the truth to the

Owning a business comes with many responsibilities. Criminals will take advantage of any opening, so it's important to protect your business and customers. Here are our top tips for preventing crime as an entrepreneur. Assess the risk The first step of crime prevention is identifying potential weak points. Carry out a crime risk assessment of your business, taking into account digital and physical crimes. You should do this regularly, as you can then use this to improve your systems. Protect your data Cybercrime’s impact can range from disruption