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

Reporting a crime to Crime Stoppers can lead to justice, safer streets and even reward money. However, this doesn't happen instantly. If you have just reported a crime to us, you might be wondering what happens next. Here is the path your information follows after you report via our online form or phone line.  Your report is compiled and anonymised  When you give us information, it is collected by a trained team in Miami, Florida. Your phone number and IP address are not recorded, making you

When it comes to premeditated crimes like terrorism, there are often subtle signs beforehand. Many people may pass a criminal preparing to commit a crime and not even realise. Knowing the signs and how to report them can help stop suspicious activity before anyone is harmed. Sometimes, people have an innocent and legitimate reason for acting in this way, but someone doing multiple things on this list may suggest something more. Know the signs Repetitive driving  If you see someone driving the same route over and over again,

Illegal dumping is dangerous for humans, animals and the environment. Not only is fly-tipped waste an eyesore, but it has financial implications throughout the local area. Read on to learn about illegal dumping and littering, along with how it can be stopped. What is illegal dumping? Under the Waste and Litter Control Act 1987, illegal dumping covers most actions outside of the given procedure for waste collection. This includes putting waste outside at the incorrect time, attempting to recycle contaminated recycling, and incorrect – or non-existent