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Adam Hall Helps Shuckers Beat Wahoos

Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall helped the Biloxi Shuckers to a 5-4 win at home to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos in the Double A Southern League yesterday [June 25]. In the second half, a sacrifice fly from Hall enabled Darrien Miller to score from third base. The series continues tonight at the Keesler Federal Park. […]




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Adam Hall Extends Hit Streak For Biloxi

Baseball player Adam Hall recorded a double RBI to help the Biloxi Shuckers win their fourth straight match after beating the Chattanooga Lookouts 5-4 at AT&T Field in the Double A Southern League yesterday [July 9]. Hall’s two-hit night also extended his hit streak to nine games, the longest active streak on the Shuckers roster. […]




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Adam Hall Extends Hitting Streak For Biloxi

Baseball player Adam Hall extended his hitting streak to ten games for Biloxi Shuckers who beat Chattanooga Lookouts 11-2 at AT&T Field in the Double A Southern League yesterday [July 10]. Hall [1-for-4] recorded a second-inning single to help the Shuckers win their fifth successive game. The 25-year-old was promoted to the Shuckers from the […]




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Adam Hall Continues To Impress For Biloxi

Baseball player Adam Hall continued his fine form for Biloxi Shuckers in their 5-4 defeat to Chattanooga Lookouts at AT&T Field in the Double A Southern League yesterday [July 11]. A wild pitch in the fourth inning allowed Hall to score from third base, making the score 3-2. The 25-year-old was promoted to the Shuckers […]




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Adam Hall Impresses In Biloxi Shuckers Win

Baseball player Adam Hall played his part in Biloxi Shuckers 7-5 win over the Chattanooga Lookouts in the Double A Southern League at AT&T Field yesterday [July 14]. Hall, who went 2 for 5 with bat, tied the game at 4-4 with an RBI [Run batted in] single into right field. The 25-year-old was promoted […]




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Adam Hall And Biloxi Defeat Montgomery

Baseball player Adam Hall played his part in Biloxi Shuckers 6-4 win over the Montgomery Biscuits at Keesler Federal Park yesterday [July 19]. The Shuckers took an early lead on a sacrifice fly from Hall in the first inning. Hall also scored a run after a sacrifice fly that allowed him to drive in from […]




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Adam Hall And Biloxi Beat Blue Wahoos

Baseball player Adam Hall hit a single run in the Biloxi Shuckers’ 8-4 win away to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos at Blue Wahoos Stadium yesterday [July 27]. Hall extended his side’s lead to 8-4 in the ninth inning with a RBI. The 25-year-old was promoted to the Shuckers from the Rookie-level ACL Brewers last month. […]




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Adam Hall Helps Biloxi Shuckers Win Again

With a two-RBI triple in the ninth inning from Casey Martin, Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers teammates led for the first time on the night and ended the game with their fifth consecutive comeback win, a 6-3 win over the Montgomery Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium on Tuesday night. With the win, the Shuckers improved […]




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Adam Hall & Biloxi Shuckers Fall To Montgomery

Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall had another multi-hit game, going 2-for-5, but his Biloxi Shuckers fell to the Montgomery Biscuits 11-3 in their series opener at Keesler Federal Park. Hall’s performance included a key RBI single that also led to a second run scoring on an errant throw, momentarily closing the gap to 7-3. Despite […]




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Hall & Biloxi Defeat The Montgomery Biscuits

Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers teammates earned a 4-2 win over the Montgomery Biscuits at Keesler Federal Park. With the win, the Shuckers maintain a 2.5-game lead over the Mississippi Braves and expand their lead to four games over the Pensacola Blue Wahoos for the final playoff spot in the South Division with 17 […]




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Adam Hall & Biloxi Shuckers Split Double Header

Bermudian Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers team-mates split a doubleheader against the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Tuesday before losing to the same opponents yesterday [September 4] at Toyota Field. The Shuckers lost their opening game on Tuesday 8-4, with Hall going one for four with the bat and scoring one run. In game […]




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Baseball: Rocket City Defeat Adam Hall & Biloxi

After a four-run sixth inning for the Rocket City Trash Pandas, Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers teammates fell by a 5-2 score at Toyota Field. Despite the loss, the Shuckers remain a game ahead of the Mississippi Braves for the South Division wild card with 10 games remaining in the regular season. Hall went […]




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Adam Hall Helps Biloxi Beat Rocket City

Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall played his part in the Biloxi Shuckers 4-2 win over the Rocket City Trash Pandas at Toyota Field. A bases-loaded walk from Hall in the sixth inning tied the game at 1-1. Meanwhile, Hall helped the Shuckers defeat Rocket City 3-2 at Toyota Field on Thursday. Hall, who was hit […]




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Adam Hall And Biloxi Play Final Road Game

Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers went down 6-3 to the Rocket City Trash Pandas in the final road game of the regular season at Toyota Field yesterday [September 8]. The previous day, the Shuckers beat the Trash Pandas 4-3 at the same venue, with Hall having one at-bat appearance, which he drew a […]




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Adam Hall Helps Biloxi Reach Play-offs

Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall has helped the Biloxi Shuckers reach the Southern League Play-offs for the first time since 2019. The Shuckers will open the play-offs at Kessler Federal Park on Tuesday [September 17] against the Montgomery Biscuits. They secured their play-off berth after a double-header triumph over the Mississippi Braves yesterday, winning the […]




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Mississippi Braves Defeat Adam Hall & Biloxi

Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers teammates fell to the Mississippi Braves 6 – 0 in a seven-inning, rain-shortened game at Keesler Federal Park. The game was called in the bottom of the seventh inning with one out, one on and a 0-1 count on Ethan Murray. Hall went 2 for 3 from the plate, […]




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Adam Hall Plays Play-Off Game For Biloxi

Baseball player Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers suffered a 9-2 defeat against the Montgomery Biscuits in their first play-off game since 2019 at Keesler Federal Park yesterday [September 17]. The defeat means the Shuckers must win their game against the Biscuits tomorrow to keep their season alive and force a winner-takes-all game three on Friday. Hall, […]




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Adam Hall’s Play-off Journey Comes To End

Baseball player Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers have been eliminated from the Double-A Southern League play-offs after losing 8-2 to the Montgomery Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium on Friday [September 20]. The defeat ended the Shuckers’ first play-off series since they reached the Southern League Championship Series in 2019. Hall, 25, was promoted to the Shuckers from […]




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Baseball Player Adam Hall’s Season Statistics

Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers have released their season game notes. In 2024 Biloxi Shuckers a double-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, finished the first half of the season with a record of 30-37, 4th in the south division, and then they had a second half record of 36-32, finishing 2nd in the south division. The […]




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Police Officers Charged With Sexual Assault

Two police officers have been charged with “serious sexual assault and perverting the course of justice” and have been suspended from duty. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that two serving officers have been charged with serious sexual assault and perverting the course of justice. “These officers have not been found guilty […]




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CAA, OUTBermuda Work To Enhance Services

The Centre Against Abuse [CAA] and OUTBermuda are working together to enhance services in an effort to help all victims of sexual violence regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. A joint statement from the two organisations said, “This week, Centre Against Abuse [CAA] reconfirms its commitment to all victims of sexual violence and confirms […]




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Man Arrested In Connection With Sexual Assault

A 66-year-old man was “arrested in connection with the investigation into a historical sexual assault matter,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesman said: “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a 66-year-old male has been arrested in connection with the investigation into a historical sexual assault matter. “It would be inappropriate to provide any […]




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Notice: Sex Offender To Be Released From Prison

A public notice has been issued advising that sex offender John O’Donald Fox will be released from prison on August 24th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, today issued a public notice of the impending release, of sex offender John O’Donald Fox, who will be […]




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Police Constable Convicted Of Sexual Assault

Police Constable Jermari Belboda was convicted, in Magistrates’ Court, of sexual assault in relation to an incident which took place in 2018. Stephen Corbishley, Commissioner of Police stated, “PC Belboda remains suspended from duty pending the completion of the disciplinary process, which has been on hold until the resolution of the criminal process.” Related Stories […]




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Woman Sexually Assaulted In Pembroke

Police responded to a report of a sexual assault yesterday [Sept 20] in the area of Fairylands Road Junction, Pitts Bay Road in Pembroke, and appealing for residents of the area with CCTV cameras, to please review the footage on their devices for any suspicious activity. A police spokesperson said, “At around 7:00 a.m. on […]




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Video: Police Press Conference On Assault

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] held a press conference this afternoon [Sept 23] to provide an update regarding the recent sexual assault. Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank those members of the public and businesses who have come forward to assist us in the investigation of a serious […]




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Police Release Photos Of Sex Assault Suspect

The  police released two images in regards to a serious sexual assault on a 31-year-old woman on Sunday [Sept 20], saying that they “implore anyone who has any information or idea of the identity of this person to make contact with us without delay.” Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service is today […]




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BPS Confirm Suspect Arrested After Sex Assault

Police Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro, Officer in Charge of the Crime Division, today [Sept 26] announced that a suspect has been arrested in connection with the recent sexual assault, with a 37-year-old male taken into custody. Image of the suspect provided by the police: Detective Superintendent Pedro said, “What we have learned so far however, […]




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Sex Offender Brittonie Taylor To Be Released

The Government has issued a public notice that convicted sex offender Brittonie Lloyd Taylor will be released from prison on October 9th. A government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP today issued a public notice of the impending release, of sex offender Brittonie Lloyd Taylor, who will […]




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Commissioner Corbishley Responds To Report

Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley has responded to a report about rape statistics in Bermuda. “A recent report shared on Facebook suggested that Bermuda sits 5th in the world in relation to offences of rape,” Commissioner Corbishley said. “The BPS and many other partner agencies in Bermuda are there to support victims of rape and […]




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Court: Man Charged With Sexual Assault

A 38-year-old man was charged today [April 21] in Magistrates Court with serious sexual assault in connection with an incident which took place in September in the Fairylands, Pembroke area. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, was granted bail with a number of conditions attached. He was ordered to […]




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Sexual Assault & Child Abuse Awareness Month

In recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Women of the One Bermuda Alliance [WOBA] met this month to “discuss critical issues relating to families, women, and children as well as to identify ways to highlight and support the work of three essential charities in Bermuda.” Nicky Gurret, Chair of […]




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Burglary, Sexual Assault At Smiths Residence

The police responded to an “aggravated burglary” at a Smiths parish residence today [Oct 19] where the occupants “reported that they were held at knifepoint,” and a “sexual assault is alleged to have taken place,” and the police have “declared this a critical incident.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after noon today, Tuesday 19th October, 2021, […]




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Suspect Arrested Following Sexual Assault

A 36-year-old suspect has been arrested in relation to the aggravated burglary and sexual assault at a Smiths Parish residence yesterday [Oct 19], the police have confirmed, adding that the investigation continues and anyone with any information should contact them. A police spokesperson said, “A 36-year-old suspect has been arrested in relation to the aggravated […]




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Court: Sex Offender Challenges Deportation

Convicted sex offender Brittonie Taylor is making a legal challenge against being deported, with the Court ruling making an “order for a temporary stay of the Deportation Order.’ The court document noted that the applicant stated that he is a Jamaican national who has lived in Bermuda since 2000 and he has Bermudian children “In 2012 […]




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Man Arrested In Connection With Sexual Assault

A  20-year-old man was arrested in connection with the aggravated burglary and sexual assault in Smiths on October 19th, marking the second arrest in connection with the matter. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], would like to thank the public for their continued assistance with the investigation into the aggravated burglary/sexual assault which […]




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Afiniti CEO Steps Down After Assault Allegations

Zia Chishti — an American businessman who served as the CEO of Bermuda-based Afiniti — has stepped down after a former employee alleged that he sexually assaulted her. The company said, “The Board of Directors of Afiniti, Ltd. announces that Mr. Zia Chishti has stepped down from his role as Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and […]




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Court Dismisses Appeal For Sexual Assault

The Court has dismissed an appeal by Jamel Simons, who was convicted of a sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl that took place in 2002. The ruling said, “This is an appeal against Magistrate Mr. Khamisi Tokunbo’s finding of guilt against the Appellant on Information to a charge of sexual assault, contrary to section 323 […]




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Sex Offender TeWolde Selassie To Be Released

The Government has issued a public notice that convicted sex offender TeWolde Mathin Selassie will be released from prison on February 21st. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP, today issued a public notice of the impending release, of sex offender TeWolde Mathin […]




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Man Sentenced To 11 Years For Sexual Assault

Ronald Kirkland Simmons, 39, was sentenced to 11 years’ imprisonment for sexual assault. Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service welcomes the sentence in the Supreme Court today [Tuesday, 4th October 2022], in a case where a man seriously sexually assaulted a woman in Pembroke on 20th September, 2020. “The […]




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‘Ensure Celebrations Are As Safe As Possible’

The Sexual Assault Response Team [SART] reminded the public about a number of safety tips, noting they ”want to ensure that your seasonal celebrations during this time, and throughout the year are as safe as possible.” A spokesperson said, “This time of year, the holidays are a time for families, anticipated fun, laughter, and friends. Many […]




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OBA Question ‘Lack Of Wide Public Disclosure’

“As a mother and a grandmother of young children, I am outraged by the fact that a repeat sex offender was released from custody without any apparent notification made to the public that would have allowed parents and guardians to safeguard their children,” said Senator Robin Tucker, Opposition spokesperson in the Senate for the Ministries […]




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Locksley Cummings Sentenced To 35 Years

Locksley Cummings was sentenced to 35 years in prison for multiple counts of sexual exploitation, with the police commending his young victims for their  ”courage in coming forward to bring this situation to the attention of the police.” Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police [Crime] Sean Field-Lament said, “The Bermuda Police Service notes the historic sentence handed […]




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Sex Offender Devaun Cox To Be Released

The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs Kathy Lynn Simmons has issued a public notification that convicted sex offender Devaun Cox is set to be released, with the 38-year-old due to be released on April 27th. Photo provided by the Government The full Public Notice follow below [PDF here]: Related Stories Govt Advisory: Sex Offender […]




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Charities Combine To Form Support Group

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC], in partnership with SCARS and the Centre Against Abuse [CAA] launched a new community support group for women – SASS – Sexual Assault Survivors Support Group. A spokesperson said, “As we close Sexual Assault Awareness month, which is observed annually during the month of April, The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC], […]




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Govt Advisory: Sex Offender To Be Released

The Minister of Legal Affairs has issued a public notification that convicted sex offender Neville Craig Richardson is set to be released, with the 54-year-old due to be released on August 31st. Photo provided by the Government The full Public Notice follow below [PDF here]: Related Stories Sex Offender Devaun Cox To Be Released Sex […]




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Ministry Statement On Sex Offender Devaun Cox

The Ministry of Legal Affairs and the Ministry of National Security addressed public concerns over sex offender Devaun Cox, noting that he was recently remanded in custody. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Legal Affairs and Ministry of National Security remain committed to addressing the concerns raised by residents regarding the recent release of repeat sex […]




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Video: Minister Grants Fairmont Hotel SDO

[Updated] Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban held a press conference this morning [Oct 26] to provide an update on the Fairmont Southampton SDO. Update 11.58am: The press conference is still underway, the Minister announced he will grant the SDO, with some conditions related to the building and environmental measures. Update 2.35pm: Deputy Premier and […]




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Video: Homeworthy Features Bermuda Home

Homeworthy has showcased the home of architect Georgia Crowe Benevides, providing a view at the luxurious property which they called a “tropical escape” with “stunning ocean views.” As Homeworthy toured her home, Ms Benevides told the popular channel, “I’ve lived here for 35 years, my husband was born here and I fell in love with it […]




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Minister On Bermuda’s Housing Shortage

“Bermuda is now facing what can be considered a housing crisis,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, adding that “various policies and interventions are needed at distinct levels relying on both public and private sector involvement to garner solutions.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Nov 10] the Minister said the ”Government will […]