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Police renew witness appeal after firearms incident

A police investigator with canine assistance in the area of the confirmed shooting incident on Sunday (Photograph courtesy of the Bermuda Police Service)

Police today renewed an appeal for witnesses after a firearms incident in Smith’s on Sunday night.

Investigations continued after multiple shots were fired at about 10.47pm in the area of Harrington Sound Road, between Broken Hill Lane and Broken Hill Road.

There have been no reports of injuries.

Detectives from the serious crime unit were pursuing all lines of inquiry, including engagement with members of the surrounding community.

They appealed for people to contact police if they were travelling along Harrington Sound Road between 10.30pm and 11pm on Sunday and may have witnessed suspicious activity involving someone wearing dark clothing and riding a dark motorcycle eastbound.

Motorists with dash cam footage were also urged to review recordings and contact investigators if they have anything that may assist with inquiries.

Anyone with information was encouraged to call the serious crime unit on 247-1739.

They can contact senior investigating officer Detective Sergeant Odessa Philip, in confidence, on 717-2193 or by e-mail at ophilip@bps.bm.

Information can be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bermuda by calling 800-8477 or via their website.

The Bermuda Police Service online reporting portal can also be used or contact can be made with any police officer.

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Published July 28, 2026 at 12:18 pm (Updated July 28, 2026 at 12:18 pm)

Police renew witness appeal after firearms incident

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