AGP Executive Report

Hamilton Shooting: One person was seriously wounded when gunfire was reported at a home in Hamilton Parish early Sunday; police are seeking witnesses and CCTV footage. Medevac Tragedy: More than 300 people gathered in Sandys to remember Bermudians Marilyn Bean and Sergio Lottimore, among six people killed in the air ambulance crash while travelling from Bermuda to Boston. Cycling: Nic Narraway won road-race bronze at the Caribbean Championships after taking silver in the time trial; Kaden Hopkins and Charlotte Millington also won time-trial golds. Community: The Bermuda Police Service honoured Jean Vickers, its first Bermudian woman officer, during Police Week. Swimming: Four Bermudian swimmers broke a 23-year-old national record in the men’s 200-metre medley relay. Local Achievement: Bermudian singer Dakari Love says he is optimistic about his music career after leaving The Voice UK at the Battle stage.

Air Ambulance Tragedy: The search for wreckage and the aircraft’s black boxes continues after a Bermuda-to-Boston medevac jet crashed off Nantucket, killing all six aboard, including Bermudians Marilyn Bean and her son, Sergio Lottimore. A community vigil honoured the victims. Bermuda Sports: Nahki Wells scored in Luton’s 4-1 win over Wycombe, while archer Jaydon Roberts set a Caribbean record. Bermuda cyclists Kaden Hopkins and Charlotte Millington won gold, Nic Narraway took silver, and the men’s relay team broke a 23-year swimming record. Road Safety: The death of pedestrian Antonieta Pascua was Bermuda’s 14th road fatality of the year; her family remembered her as a devoted mother and sister. Business and Travel: Bermuda-based Bitcoin life insurer Meanwhile raised $37.5 million to expand globally, and BermudAir announced new Florida connections to Belize and Turks & Caicos.

Air Ambulance Tragedy: Recovery efforts continue for the Bermuda-to-Boston medical flight that crashed off Nantucket, killing six people, including Bermudians Marilyn Bean and her son, Sergio Lottimore. Investigators are seeking the aircraft’s flight recorders; a local vigil honoured the victims. Cycling and Swimming: Bermuda cyclists won two golds and a silver at the Caribbean Championships, while four young swimmers broke a 23-year national relay record. Road Safety: Antonieta Pascua, 57, has been remembered as a devoted mother and nanny after becoming Bermuda’s 14th road fatality of 2026. Air Links: BermudAir is adding direct Fort Lauderdale flights to Belize City and Turks & Caicos from October 31, expanding regional connections.

Homelessness: On World Homeless Day, Government highlighted its 2025–28 action plan to prevent homelessness, expand housing support and make it rare, brief and non-recurring. Tourism: Visitor spending and leisure arrivals are rising, with air visitor spending reaching $204.6 million in the first half of 2026, up 7.9% year over year. The Fairmont Southampton’s reopening has slipped to 2027. Air Links: BermudAir will launch Fort Lauderdale flights to Belize City and Turks & Caicos on October 31, while moving its Orlando service to Sanford. Insurance: Bermuda-based bitcoin life insurer Meanwhile raised $37.5 million to expand internationally, bringing its total funding above $180 million. Air Ambulance Tragedy: Six people, including two Bermudians, died when a medical flight from Bermuda to Boston crashed off Nantucket; the U.S. search has ended and Canada will lead the investigation. Markets: The BSX gained 1.12% for the week, though no shares traded Friday. Police: Bermuda honoured Jean Vickers, its first Bermudian female police officer, during Police Week.

Air Ambulance Tragedy: The Spirit of Bermuda held a vigil for the six people killed in the crash off Nantucket, lowering Bermuda and Canadian flags to half-mast. Two Bermudians were among those aboard the medical flight from Bermuda to Boston. Tourism: Visitor spending and leisure arrivals are up, and cruise traffic is strong, but the Fairmont Southampton is now expected to reopen in 2027. Housing: Government has set out a 2025–28 plan to prevent homelessness and expand support, aiming to make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring. Business: Bermuda-based bitcoin life insurer Meanwhile raised $37.5 million to expand internationally. The BSX index gained 1.12% over the week. Road Safety: A pedestrian’s death has brought Bermuda’s road toll to 14 so far this year. Police Week: The service honoured Jean Vickers, its first Bermudian woman officer, who joined in 1962 and later led the Police Women’s department.

Entrepreneurship: A November summit at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club will connect local founders with investors and offer advice on raising early-stage funding. Road Safety: A woman’s death after being struck by a car on Cedar Avenue brings Bermuda’s 2026 road toll to 14; police are seeking witnesses. Cost of Living: Government and the Chamber of Commerce disagree over proposed price-transparency rules, with the Chamber warning the measures could burden businesses while offering little relief. Digital Services: Government says more than 140 public services have moved online in the past two years, reducing paperwork and in-person visits. Medevac Tragedy: Six people, including two Bermudians, are presumed dead after a Bermuda-to-Boston air ambulance disappeared off Nantucket; the US Coast Guard has ended its search and Canada will lead the investigation. Courts: A Spanish man has been jailed for ten years for bringing nearly $250,000 worth of cocaine into Bermuda. Business: Bermuda-based insurer Meanwhile raised $37.5 million to support international growth.

Medevac Tragedy: Canadian and US investigators are preparing to search for the black boxes from the air ambulance that crashed en route from Bermuda to Boston. All six aboard are presumed dead, including Bermudians Marilyn Bean and her son, Sergio Lottimore; a memorial is planned for this weekend. Road Safety: A woman struck by a car on Cedar Avenue on Sunday has died, bringing Bermuda’s road fatalities this year to 14. Police are appealing for witnesses. Healthcare: A proposed framework for reviewing major healthcare changes drew support from 91% of consultation respondents, who urged clear rules and safeguards without unnecessary red tape. Housing: Government has opened consultation on planning changes that could allow an extra residential unit in an existing building, as the island seeks to increase housing supply. Business: Bermudian bitcoin insurer Meanwhile raised $37.5 million from existing investors amid growing international demand for its policies. Travel: BermudAir announced new nonstop routes linking Florida with Bermuda, Belize and Turks and Caicos, with introductory fares from $99.

Medevac Tragedy: Bermuda senators paid tribute to Marilyn Bean and her son, Sergio Lottimore, among six people lost in the air ambulance disaster. A memorial is planned for this weekend, as Nantucket residents share condolences and hope the aircraft and those aboard can be recovered. Community: Vision Bermuda has unveiled the island’s first showdown table, opening a new sport to people who are blind or have low vision. Health Services: Senators passed changes allowing health complaints panels to operate without a lawyer, aiming to ease a backlog of unresolved cases. Housing: The Upper House approved transferring land at Morgan’s Point for 110 affordable homes at Dr Cann Park II; nearly 600 people are seeking affordable housing. Education: Bermuda College enrolment rose for a third year, reaching 616 students. Tourism: Hamilton Princess ranked second among Atlantic Islands resorts in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards.

Medevac Tragedy: Two Bermudians — Marilyn Bean and her son, Sergio Lottimore — are among six people presumed dead after a medical flight from Bermuda to Boston vanished over the Atlantic. The US Coast Guard has suspended its search, and Canada will lead the investigation. Housing: Senators approved transferring land at Morgan’s Point for a planned 110-unit affordable development in Southampton; nearly 600 people are seeking affordable homes. Historic Land Losses: Senators debated a report on past expropriations, while a local charity called for Tucker’s Town cemetery to be protected and descendants included in decisions about its future. Health Complaints: New legislation removes the requirement for lawyers to sit on health-professional complaints panels, aiming to ease a backlog of unresolved cases. Education: Bermuda College enrolment rose 4.1 per cent to 616 students, marking a third straight annual increase. Roads: A driver and two passengers escaped injury after a car struck a home near Five Star Island in Southampton.

Aviation Tragedy: The U.S. Coast Guard has identified the six people aboard the Bermuda-to-Boston medical jet that vanished near Nantucket on Oct. 3, including Bermudian mother Marilyn Lavonne Bean and her son Sergio Wayne Lottimore, plus four Canadian crew; the search was suspended after a debris field was found. Local Impact: Bermuda Premier David Burt said the government remains in contact with authorities as families deal with the loss. BMA Warning: The Bermuda Monetary Authority warned the public about Custody Life Bermuda Ltd, saying its website falsely claims BMA licensing and that the firm is not registered or licensed under Bermuda insurance law. Culture Spotlight: Bermuda’s 2026 Gombey Festival drew a strong turnout, honouring the late Zaniko Hendrickson of the H&H Gombeys. Community & Sports: Bermuda Power Boat Association wrapped up its season with an end-of-season race day and a donation to St John Ambulance. Arts: “Atlantic Voices” opens at Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art this week, bringing together six artists from across the Atlantic corridor.

Air Ambulance Tragedy: Bermuda’s Premier David Burt says the government is still monitoring the case after the U.S. Coast Guard suspended its search for the six aboard Hamilton-based Latitude Air Ambulance’s Heartbeat 104, with two Bermudians—Marilyn Lavonne Bean and her son Sergio Wayne Lottimore—plus four Canadian crew identified by authorities; tributes and condolences continue, including from BELCO and the Gina Spence Programme, as the Transportation Safety Board of Canada prepares to investigate. Regulator Warning: The Bermuda Monetary Authority warns the public that Custody Life Bermuda Ltd is not licensed or registered, after the firm’s website falsely claimed BMA approval. Digital ID Push: Economy and Labour Minister Jason Hayward says Bermuda is preparing for a digital identity framework, with a procurement process underway to qualify suppliers. Public Service Tech: Bermuda’s Information Commissioner’s Office backs a youth “Right to Know Day” campaign winner, Alaire Brown, for a PATI-focused internship. Arts & Culture: Masterworks Museum and Black Pony Gallery announce “Atlantic Voices,” opening Oct 9 and running to Dec 5, featuring artists across the Atlantic corridor. Travel Disruption: A Delta flight from San Juan to Boston diverted to Bermuda after a passenger reported breathing difficulties linked to asthma.

Tragedy at Sea: Bermuda-to-Boston medical jet “Heartbeat 104” (Latitude Air Ambulance) has had its search suspended after debris was found off Nantucket and all six aboard are now presumed dead; the U.S. Coast Guard identified the two Bermudians as Marilyn Lavonne Bean, 66, and her son Sergio Wayne Lottimore, 41, alongside four Canadian crew members, while Canada’s Transportation Safety Board is set to lead the investigation. Local Safety & Crime: Police arrested four men after a traffic stop in Flatts led to a drugs seizure and further arrests at a Pembroke residence. Road Snapshot: Bermuda reported 50,560 registered road vehicles at end-2024, up 1.1% year-on-year. Sports: Bermuda’s men fell 2-1 to Barbados in CONCACAF Nations League, and Warwick Academy/Whitney Institute won middle-school hockey titles. Business & Finance: Prismic Life agreed a $5B Prudential reinsurance deal, and BSX trading saw Allshores jump 7.4% in the latest session. Community & Culture: Bermuda National Gallery hosted a preview for the 2026 Bermuda Biennial, and Archbishop Philip Wright visited for St Mary’s 400th anniversary events.

Air Ambulance Tragedy: Bermuda police identified the two Bermudians on the Heartbeat 104 medical flight missing off Nantucket—Marilyn Lavonne Bean, 66, and her son Sergio Wayne Lottimore, 41—after the U.S. Coast Guard suspended the search for all six aboard. Investigation Update: Canada’s Transportation Safety Board will lead the probe, with the U.S. NTSB assisting, after reports of electrical difficulties and a rapid descent. Local Response: Premier David Burt and political leaders extended condolences, while Latitude Air Ambulance said the crew, patient and escort are now presumed dead. Bermuda Economy/Markets: Bermuda’s investment fund sector net assets rose to $342.37bn in Q2, and the BMA and BSX kicked off World Investor Week with a financial literacy bell-ringing event. Public Safety: Police issued 131 traffic tickets over two enforcement periods, targeting speeding and handheld device use. Business Appointments: Greg Ramey was named CEO of the Bermuda Hotel Association, effective Oct. 1.

Aviation Tragedy (Bermuda–Boston): The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended the search for six people after a medical transport jet vanished while flying from Bermuda to Boston, with debris found off Nantucket. Latitude Air Ambulance says the four Canadian crew members, plus a Bermudian patient and family escort, are presumed dead, after 66 hours and about 4,445 square miles searched. Recovery & Investigation: Authorities are shifting from search-and-rescue to recovery, while the FAA and other agencies review what happened after the pilot reported electrical trouble and air traffic control communications suggested the aircraft was “coming in blind.” Local Impact: Massachusetts State Police said they may resume search efforts when conditions improve, as Bermuda families await updates and Latitude prepares to support those affected. Politics (International): Brazil’s Bolsonaro and Lula will face off in a runoff after neither won a majority in the first round.

Aviation Emergency: The U.S. Coast Guard is still searching for six people after debris linked to a Gulfstream G100 air ambulance was found off Nantucket. The jet was flying from Bermuda to Boston with four Canadians (crew) and two Bermudians (a patient and family member) when contact was lost early Saturday; officials say the search remains focused on locating the people and that there’s no sign the black box has been found yet. Customs Update: New customs traveller declaration forms are now in use, including a requirement to declare precious metals and stones worth over $10,000 when departing Bermuda by air or sea, while the $300 duty-free allowance for residents remains. Culture Spotlight: The Gombey Festival returned to the Botanical Gardens, drawing hundreds to celebrate Bermuda’s iconic dance tradition and its history of rebellion and freedom. Renewables Pilot: Government has launched a $50,000 balcony solar pilot programme for eligible homes that can’t fit rooftop panels, with site assessments under way. Sports: Lewis MacFarlane and Darina Betschart won the Bermuda Mixed Foursome Championship at Turtle Hill, while Bermuda football saw Dandy Town beat North Village 3-1 and Somerset Trojans draw St. George’s Colts 1-1.

Aviation Emergency Off Nantucket: The U.S. Coast Guard says search crews located a debris field confirmed to be from a Gulfstream G100 air ambulance that vanished while flying from Bermuda to Boston with six people aboard. Who Was Onboard: Four Canadians and two Bermudians were on the Latitude Air Ambulance jet; next of kin have been notified and search efforts continue. Last Moments Reported: Air traffic audio and flight tracking suggest the pilot reported electrical problems and may have been “coming in blind” as a storm moved in, followed by a sharp descent before contact was lost. Bermuda Connections: Bermuda’s government says it is in contact with families and overseas officials. Business Note: AM Best affirmed Bermuda-based Enact Re Ltd.’s A- (Excellent) financial strength rating with a stable outlook. Culture Spotlight: Bermuda’s Gombey Festival Showcase drew attention at the Botanical Gardens with live coverage and a full replay.