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“World’s First Captive To Insure Crypto Custody”

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:24:48 +0000

Premier David Burt announced that Gemini Trust Company, LLC — a cryptocurrency exchange and custodian — has launched Nakamoto, Ltd. a captive insurance company licensed by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] to insure Gemini Custody. “Nakamoto — the world’s first captive to insure crypto custody — allows Gemini Custody to increase its insurance capacity beyond […]

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Police Confirm: 60-Year-Old Sandys Man Arrested

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 21:06:55 +0000

The police have confirmed the arrest of a 60-year-old Sandys man in “connection with a sexual assault.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the arrest of a 60-year-old Sandys man in connection with a sexual assault. “He was subsequently released on Police bail and an investigation into the matter is now […]

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Video: Duffy Takes First Place In Virtual Race

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 09:40:58 +0000

As the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic continues to prevent sporting events from happening, Bermudian triathlete Flora Duffy recently used virtual technology to earn her latest win as she took top spot in a Zwift Pro Triathlete Race Series “eRacing” event. Photo of Ms Duffy in the virtual race via her Instagram page: The race saw athletes […]

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Minister: First Phase Of Energy Rebate Initiative

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 29 Jun 2018 15:25:34 +0000

The Energy Rebate Initiative will be primarily targeted to seniors and low income households, Minister of Transport and Regulatory Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly today [June 29]. Minister Roban said, “Although the previous rebate structure achieved positive results, it would not be enough to simply reboot the old scheme. Under the […]

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Video/Photos: Police & Fire Thank Hospital Staff

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 01:23:35 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service and Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service formed a motorcade this evening [April 14] and traveled from Hamilton to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where they, along with a few members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, clapped and cheered to show their appreciation for the work that hospital staff are doing to […]

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Photos/Results: Premier & First Division Football

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:42:17 +0000

[Updated with photos] Footballers in both the First Division and Premier Division were in action this past weekend, with the PHC Zebras, X-Roads, Boulevard Blazers, St. David’s, Devonshire Colts, and St. George’s Colts all earning wins, while the North Village Rams and Robin Hood played to a draw and two other matches were cancelled. Premier […]

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Photos & Video: Car Fire Extinguished In Paget

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 11 Aug 2015 20:05:48 +0000

At approximately 4.15pm this afternoon [Aug 11], the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a report of a vehicle fire located near the junction of Pomander Road and Harbour Road in Paget. At least one fire service appliance attended the scene where fire fighters wearing breathing apparatus went about extinguishing the blaze within minutes. […]

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Photos: Vehicle Fire On Reid Street In Hamilton

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 13:08:53 +0000

At approximately 3:17pm on Saturday [Oct 10], the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a report of a vehicle fire on Reid Street in Hamilton near the Chancery Lane. Fire Service spokesperson Sergeant Russann Francis said, “The vehicle was reported to have visible smoke and flames emitting from under the bonnet of the car. […]

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Photos & Video: Structural Fire In Sandys Parish

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 Jan 2016 21:18:42 +0000

A structural fire in Sandys yesterday [Jan 6] saw a three-unit response from the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service [BFRS], with all residents reported to be out of the building at the time of the blaze. BFRS Divisional Officer Dana Lovell said, “The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service received a 911 call reporting a structural […]

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Photos & Video: BFRS At Ferry Reach Brush Fire

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 Apr 2016 09:07:53 +0000

[Updated with video] The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a brush fire at approximately 4.30am this morning [Apr 8] in the Ferry Reach area of St George’s. At least two Fire Service appliances attended the scene with approximately six personnel. Fire fighters in breathing apparatus could be seen extinguishing the blaze near the […]

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Photos & Video: Fire On Front Street In Hamilton

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 21 Jul 2016 11:38:28 +0000

At approximately 4.32am this morning [July 21], the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a fire on Front Street in Hamilton, with some 16 vehicles and over 30 personnel attending the scene. The BFRS later confirmed that while there were “no reported injuries at this time to civilians or firefighters” the buildings involved — […]

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Photos: Work Continues After Front Street Fire

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 24 Aug 2016 12:01:43 +0000

Work is continuing on Front Street following the July 21 blaze that caused severe damage to a number of buildings. At approximately 4.30am that morning, the fire broke out on Front Street, with Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service deploying 16 vehicles and over 30 members to battle the blaze. The blaze took hours to get under […]

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Traffic Diverting In Paget Due To Utility Pole Fire

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 20 Oct 2016 18:19:53 +0000

[Updated] Police have advised this afternoon [Oct 20] that there are traffic diversions currently in place on Middle Road in Paget due to a utility pole fire. A Police spokesperson said, “Traffic diversions are currently in place on Middle Road in Paget due to a downed utility pole at the junction with Ord Road [Ess […]

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Photos: Firefighters Extinguish Vehicle Fire

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 15 Apr 2017 22:08:59 +0000

[Updated] The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a vehicle fire on Crow Lane roundabout at approximately 6.15pm today [April 15]. Fire service personnel tackled the blaze and extinguished the fire which could be seen in the rear of the vehicle. Traffic flow in the area was restricted while emergency services handled the incident. Details […]

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Photos: Fire Service Extinguish Boat Blaze

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 14 Jul 2017 00:02:05 +0000

[Updated] The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to the Dockyard area tonight [July 13] where a boat and an area of brush was on fire. Police and fire personnel were on scene at Albert Row with onlookers watching fire fighters extinguish the blaze which sent smoke billowing into the sky. Details are limited at […]

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Photos: Fire Erupts At Robertson’s Drug Store

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 03 Sep 2017 14:43:49 +0000

The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a fire at the Robertson’s Drug Store building in St. George’s around midday on Saturday [Sept 2] where the fire gutted the top floor resulting in the building’s roof collapsing. Firefighters battled the blaze all afternoon and continued wetting down hot spots into the night before packing […]

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Photos: Robertson’s Re-Opens After Fire

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 11 Sep 2017 13:02:12 +0000

Following the September 2 fire that caused extensive damage – including the roof collapsing – at the Robertson’s Drug Store building in St. George’s, the business has re-opened to the public. While the building still needs major repairs they were able to open the lower level of the store, with the owners and staff working […]

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Photos & Videos: Fire In Devonshire Marsh Area

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 17 Mar 2018 15:10:23 +0000

[Updating] Firefighters are currently battling a blaze in the marsh area of Devonshire this morning [March 17], with flames seen in the marsh as smoke pours into the air. Lieutenant Francis of the BFRS said, “The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service Emergency Dispatch Center received a call for a brush fire at 0820hrs in the […]

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Photos: Fire Service Extinguish St George’s Fire

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 29 Apr 2018 23:59:48 +0000

[Updated with video] Police and the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to Convict Bay Lane in St. George’s this evening [April 29] where smoke was seen coming out of a door on the lower level of a condominium unit. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service personnel extinguished a fire and used an extractor to clear […]

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BFRS: Two House Fires Extinguished Today

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 26 May 2018 17:35:07 +0000

The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service attended and extinguished two house fires today [May 26] starting with one on Spring Benny Drive in Sandy’s just after 6.00am this morning and the second on Ewing Street in Pembroke. House Fire #1 The BFRS said, “At approximately 6:10am this morning, Saturday, May 26, 2018, the Bermuda Fire […]

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Photos & Videos: BHS Students Visit Fire Station

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 18:59:14 +0000

[Updated with photos] Students from Bermuda High School [BHS] visited Hamilton Fire Station today [Jan 31] where they learned about fire fighting, CPR and even had the opportunity to get some real life training from the experts, as they used a fire extinguisher to put out a fire. Gavin Carter, Fire and Life Safety Educator, said: […]

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BFRS Extinguish Bucket Lift Fire In St. David’s

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 29 Apr 2019 18:48:23 +0000

The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service [BFRS] responded to a fire this afternoon [April 29] on Mount Road in St. David’s. The fire appeared to be contained to the engine compartment of a mobile bucket hi-lift. BFRS personnel extinguished the fire and it did not appear that anyone suffered any injuries. Further details are limited […]

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BFRS Extinguish Vehicle Fire In St. George’s

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 02:56:50 +0000

The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a vehicle fire tonight [Oct 29] in the Wellington Slip Road area. The car fire was extinguished and the nearby area wet down. Neighbours gathered in the area saying, smoke entering their homes alerted them to the blaze. A fire investigator arrived later at the scene. Further […]

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Arch Capital Reports 2020 First Quarter Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 09:46:59 +0000

Bermuda-based Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced its 2020 first quarter results. The results included: Net income available to Arch common shareholders of $133.7 million, or $0.32 per share, a 5.0% annualized return on average common equity, compared to $438.1 million, or $1.07 per share, for the 2019 first quarter; After-tax operating income available to Arch […]

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AXIS Capital Reports First Quarter Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 09:52:45 +0000

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2020. Commenting on the first quarter 2020 financial results, Albert Benchimol, President and CEO of AXIS Capital, said: “As our industry and society continue to navigate the challenges brought on by COVID-19, our primary thoughts are with the people, families and […]

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RenaissanceRe Reports First Quarter Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 10:18:17 +0000

RenaissanceRe Holdings reported net loss attributable to RenaissanceRe common shareholders of $82.0 million, or $1.89 per diluted common share, in the first quarter of 2020, compared to net income available to RenaissanceRe common shareholders of $273.7 million, or $6.43 per diluted common share, in the first quarter of 2019. Operating income available to RenaissanceRe common shareholders […]

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PartnerRe Reports First Quarter 2020 Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 10:47:22 +0000

Bermuda-based PartnerRe Ltd. reported a net loss attributable to common shareholder of $433 million for the first quarter of 2020. The company said, “PartnerRe Ltd. reported a net loss attributable to common shareholder of $433 million for the first quarter of 2020, which included net realized and unrealized investment losses of $27 million on fixed […]

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Photos: Fire Service Responds As Plane Diverts

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2015 19:15:51 +0000

[Updated] Emergency services responded to the airport at around 4.00pm today [April 18] to stand-by due to a private jet with 13 passengers onboard making an emergency landing due to one engine being out. According to online flight data the plane was heading to New Haven, Connecticut from the Grantley Adams Airport in Barbados when […]

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Fire Service Clean Spill At Private Plane Facility

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 28 May 2018 19:19:48 +0000

[Updated with video] The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service attended a spill this afternoon [May 28] at L.F. Wade International Airport’s Apron 4 near the private plane facility. Skyport representatives could also be seen at the scene. The spill was covered with an absorbent material then swept up into containers. The scent of fuel could […]

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Snooker League Keen Cup First Round Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 00:00:24 +0000

The Bermuda Snooker League Season is underway, and play moved into the Keen Cup 1st Round. Warwick Workmen’s Club Two 3 Watford Sports Club 2 Warwick Workmen’s Club Two edged the Watford Sports Club at home 3 – 2. Winslow Smith put Watford Sports Club up when he defeated Warwick Workmen’s Club Two’s Ray DeSilva […]

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Premier Updates On Bermuda First Initiatives

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 21:40:24 +0000

Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 28], Premier David Burt provided an update on progress being made on the implementation of the recommendations from Bermuda First. The Premier said, “One of the pledges in our election platform was to re-establish the Bermuda First advisory group consisting of local and international business and community leaders to […]

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Police Confirm: Gunshots In Spring Hill, Warwick

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2019 14:43:59 +0000

Gunshots were fired last night [March 26] in the Spring Hill, Warwick area, the police have confirmed, adding that it does not appear that anyone was injured. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:40pm Tuesday, March 26th several 911 calls were received reporting gunshots in the Spring Hill, Warwick area. Police officers responded to the neighbourhood […]

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Gunshots Fired In Khyber Heights, Warwick Area

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 07 Apr 2019 19:45:38 +0000

Around 3:05pm today [April 7] police attended the Khyber Heights, Warwick area after “receiving several reports of gunshots being heard, with police confirming that a firearm had been discharged, however there are no reports of injuries. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:05pm today, [Sunday April 7th] police attended the Khyber Heights Warwick area after receiving […]

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Police Confirm Firearm Incident In Paget

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 20 May 2019 17:38:53 +0000

Police have confirmed that a firearm was discharged in the area of Harbour Road in Paget on Sunday night [May 19] and are appealing for witnesses. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:30pm Sunday, May 19th police officers responded to a report of a gunshot on Harbour Road in Paget, in the vicinity of Manse Road. […]

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Police Confirm Firearm Incident In Warwick

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:43:37 +0000

[Updated] Multiple police officers and vehicles can be seen the Khyber Heights area of Warwick this evening [Feb 3]. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 8.34pm: A police spokesperson said, “At around 6.50pm this evening, police received calls of a firearms incident at a residence on Scott’s […]

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Video: Police Confirm Four Gun Incidents

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 18:15:40 +0000

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service held a press conference this afternoon [Feb 4], with the police confirming that they responded to “four separate firearms incidents yesterday.” They said that the first incident was brought to their attention at about 9.30am yesterday morning about an incident that occurred at about 1.00am when a firearm was discharged […]

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Police: Firearms Used Are ‘Not New Weapons’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 16:36:50 +0000

The police confirmed that ballistic testing revealed that the firearms used in recent incidents “are not new weapons and have been linked to previous matters.” A police spokesperson said, “As the investigations into the recent firearms incidents continue, the Bermuda Police would like to thank the community for their willingness to assist by providing information […]

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Video: Police On Latest Firearm Incident

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 20:06:43 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] held a conference this afternoon [Feb 14] to discuss last night’s firearms incident. Detective Sergeant Jason Smith said, “We can subsequently confirm that a firearm was discharged in the area and that a 22-year-old male received injuries as a result. The victim was taken to hospital, was treated for his […]

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Court: Man Facing Firearm Importation Charges

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:34:28 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 37-year-old man will have his case heard in Supreme Court, with the defendant facing three firearm importation charges. James Rumley, 37, of both Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Sandys, is facing three counts of bringing in firearm components without a licence. Magistrates Court heard that Mr Rumley allegedly brought in gun parts on […]

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Governor Buys First Poppy Of Annual Appeal

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 22:05:02 +0000

Governor John Rankin today [Oct 25] launched the annual Poppy Appeal to raise funds for war veterans and their families. Mr Rankin bought the first poppy from Bermuda Legion welfare case worker Carol Everson and two woman veterans of World War Two, Isobel Flood, 94, who served with the Royal Canadian Air Force and Betty […]

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Bermuda’s First Coast Guard Unit Launched

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 00:14:55 +0000

[Updated] Minister of National Security Wayne Caines and Governor John Rankin jointly launched Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit today. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today [Feb 6], the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Wayne Caines, and His Excellency the Governor, John Rankin jointly launched Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit. “The Acting Commanding […]

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RBR Recruits Get Their First Lesson With Rifles

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 12:11:27 +0000

The country’s newest soldiers got their first lesson with the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s SA-80 rifles. Recruit Camp soldiers were introduced to the standard issue weapon in a classroom – with a major emphasis on safety. Instructors explained the workings of the SA-80 and the rigorous safety procedures that need to be learned before they get […]

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RBR Recruits Celebrate First Week Of Training

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:03:59 +0000

The Royal Bermuda Regiment’s newest soldiers celebrated the halfway mark of two weeks of training at the weekend. Now the troops are preparing for their first day on the firing range today and their first night under canvas at Hog Bay in Sandys on Tuesday. Private Lirico Williams, 22, of Paget, said he welcomed a […]

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‘Regiment Were Conducting Firearms Training’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:12:05 +0000

Police received a report that gunshots were heard in Warwick and “upon investigation it was discovered that the Royal Bermuda Regiment were conducting firearms training at Warwick Camp at the time the report was made.” A police spokesperson said, “At 10:23am on Saturday 18th April, police received a report that two gunshots were heard in […]

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Shooting: BPS Confirm Death Of 30-Year-Old Man

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 28 Jul 2018 01:49:16 +0000

[Updated: Police confirmed that a 30-year-old man has died, while a 55-year-old man is "being treated for non-life-threatening injuries" following a shooting on Court Street. Police also confirm that "someone has been taken into police custody in connection with this incident."] Police are on scene in the Court Street area and police tape is visible […]

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Police Confirm Death Of 30-Year-Old Taylor Grier

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 29 Jul 2018 12:05:59 +0000

The police have now confirmed the death of 30-year-old Taylor Grier following the shooting on Friday evening. At around 10.00pm on Friday, two men on a motorcycle fired multiple gunshots in the area of Court and Elliot Street, resulting in the death of Mr Grier, while a 55-year-old man was injured. Speaking at the scene […]

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Video: Police Confirm Death Of Danshun Swann

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2018 15:36:12 +0000

[Updated] The police held a press conference this afternoon [Aug 27] regarding the fatal stabbing of 25-year-old Danshun Swann early this morning in Southampton. Earlier today, Police Media Relations Manager Dwayne Caines said, “The Bermuda Police Service responded to a report of an incident that took place at 12:10am on Monday outside of Southampton Rangers Sports Club. “Upon police […]

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Police Confirm: Man Dies Following Shooting

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:02:07 +0000

[Updated with video] A 33-year-old man has died following a shooting in the Rambling Lane area in Pembroke early this morning [Dec 10], the police have confirmed. Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said, “Police and other first responders attended a report of a firearms incident that took place outside of a residence on Rambling Lane […]

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Shots Fired In Pembroke, No One Injured

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 14:04:09 +0000

[Updated] Police are on scene after another shooting this morning [Feb 16] in the Field View Lane, Pembroke area, with multiple officers and crime scene tape visible. Police have confirmed that shots were fired, and no one was injured. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 9.59am: Comment […]

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Four Men Arrested After Firearm Incidents

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 20:05:17 +0000

“Four men with strong gang connections” were arrested this past weekend, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “In response to recent firearms incidents which occurred between Monday, 3rd February and Sunday, 16th February, the Bermuda Police Service launched an operation which targeted specific persons and resulted in four men with strong gang connections […]

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