Police identify teenage shooting victim
Police have confirmed the identity of a boy killed during a Pembroke shooting as Chaz Godwin.
The 17-year-old was shot several times at a residence on Curving Avenue at about 10.45pm on October 14.
He was treated in hospital for several days before being pronounced dead on Sunday.
Mr Godwin’s death was the third murder and second fatal shooting of 2026.
An investigation into the teenager’s death continues.
A suspect was arrested shortly after the incident and has been released on police bail pending further inquiries.
The Bermuda Police Service said it was understood there were still others with information about the incident who have not yet come forward.
Detective Sergeant Odessa Philip, the senior investigating officer, said: “The investigative team and I want to hear from anyone who may have knowledge of the circumstances which led to the senseless murder of Chaz Godwin.
“You can rest assured that any information you provide will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
“Remaining silent creates the risk of continued harm.
“If you know something, speaking up shows real strength and a willingness to protect your community.”
Sergeant Philip can be contacted by calling 717-2193 or by e-mailing ophilip@bps.bm.
Information can be offered anonymously through the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers by calling 800-8477 or visiting crimestoppers.bm.
Anyone with information can also share it with a police officer they personally know and trust.
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