What Details Make an Anonymous Tip Most Useful?
Anonymous tips play an important role in helping keep Bermuda’s communities safe. Clear, practical information can help authorities understand what may be happening and where to focus attention. You do not need to know everything or be certain a crime has occurred. Sharing what you have noticed, as accurately as possible, can still make a difference. Why details matter Anonymous reports are most helpful when they describe specific concerns rather than general suspicions. Clear details help build a clearer picture of what is happening. Even small pieces of
911 vs Non-Emergency Line vs Crime Stoppers: Which Should You Call?
Knowing who to contact can help you get the right support quickly, without putting yourself at risk. The best option depends on whether there is immediate danger, an active situation or information you want to share discreetly. Why choosing the right number matters Some situations need an urgent response, while others need reporting and follow-up. Using the right service helps ensure emergency resources are available for people who need them most. If you are unsure and feel someone may be at risk, it is safer to treat
Keeping Children Safe at Public Events and Festivals
Public events and festivals can be enjoyable family experiences, but busy environments can make it harder to keep track of children. With simple planning and awareness, parents and caregivers can help children stay safe while still enjoying the day. Crowded spaces, noise and distractions mean children may become separated or overwhelmed. Understanding the risks and taking calm, practical steps can make outings safer and less stressful for everyone. What to look out for Large events attract many people in a small space. This can make it easy
What to Do if You’re Being Followed on Foot or in a Car
Feeling like someone is following you can be unsettling. Whether it happens while walking or driving, it’s important to stay calm and take steps that help keep you safe. This guide explains what to look for and how to respond in a practical, low-risk way. What the issue is and why it matters Sometimes people may follow someone with the intention to intimidate, steal or cause harm. Other times, it may be a misunderstanding. Because you may not know the reason, the safest approach is to
How to Protect Yourself When Buying or Selling Online
Buying and selling items online has become a normal part of everyday life. Most transactions are simple and safe, but some people use these platforms to deceive others. Taking a few careful steps can help you protect your money, your personal information and your safety. Why buying and selling online can be dangerous Online marketplaces create opportunities for both genuine buyers and sellers, as well as people looking to scam others. These scams can involve fake payments, false listings or attempts to gather personal details. Understanding
How to Support a Friend or Family Member Who’s Been a Victim of Crime
Experiencing crime is an emotional time for any victim. It can be difficult to know how to support a friend or family member who has been a victim of a crime, but there are things you can do to be there for them. Read on to find out the best ways to help loved ones after they suffer a criminal incident. Listen Victims of crime often want to talk about what they have been through in order to process their feelings. Don't try to force them
Common Signs of Identity Theft and How to Respond
Identity theft happens when actions are fraudulently carried out by someone else using your details. Criminals steal identities to maintain their own anonymity when committing crimes and decrease the chance of getting caught. Here are some potential signs of identity theft and what to do if you spot them. Unexplained bank withdrawals If you notice transactions on your bank account that you don't recognise, this could be a sign that someone has stolen your bank details or cloned your card. In this situation, you should immediately
$5,000 Reward for Information – Double Murder of Jasmine Smith & Shaquan Williams
Crime Stoppers Bermuda is offering a reward of $5,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of each of the individuals responsible for the double murder of Jasmine Smith and Shaquan Williams, at Legends Bar around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, 1 May 2025. Information provided will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. Crime Stoppers only wants your information, which can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bermuda, an organisation that operates independently and separately from the police. Crime Stoppers will never ask for
Laje Franklin Murder Remains Under Investigation Three Years Later
Shortly after 6:30am Wednesday, 6th April 2022, a passer-by found 18-year-old Laje Franklin’s lifeless body with multiple gunshot wounds, lying near the roundabout along the roadway leading to Clearwater Beach, St. David’s. Detectives believe that the young man was fatally shot near where he was found. Although one person was initially arrested in connection with the 18-year-old’s murder and later released on police bail, to date no further arrests have been made relating to his killing. Three years later, this murder investigation remains active. Detectives are grateful for the
Jordan Outerbridge Murder Investigation Still Active After Four Years
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is renewing the appeal for information regarding the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Jordan Outerbridge. On the night of his murder four years ago, around 10:30pm Tuesday, 6th April 2021, Mr. Outerbridge was the first person to leave a regularly scheduled card game at a nearby Tribe Road Number 2, Warwick residence. As he was about to head home to his wife and two girls along the Railway Trail in Warwick, a gunman wearing a blue coloured jacket with a hood shot him
