Police have renewed an appeal to have motorists slow down and exercise caution on Bermuda's roads.

During the week of April 26 through May 3, there were 17 reported injuries resulting from collisions and 46 reports of damage-only accidents. Six people were arrested on suspicion of impaired driving during that period and ten vehicles were taken without their owners' consent.

Of those vehicles stolen, one each was taken from Smith's, Devonshire, Sandys and Southampton; four were taken from Pembroke and two were taken from Warwick.

The stolen vehicles were all either auxiliary cycles or motorcycles. One was subsequently recovered.

Said a Police spokesperson: "Additionally, we urge those travelling in cars to use their seatbelts at all times and make sure any children travelling in the vehicle are appropriately restrained. Those travelling on motorcycles should always fasten their helmets and avoid making a third lane."