On Sunday, a commercial flight from Bermuda to the United States crashed in the Atlantic, claiming six lives. Among the victims were two residents of Bermuda: Marilyn Lavonne Bean and her son, Sergio Wayne Lottimore, who was also a long‑time employee of the national electricity company, BELCO.

In a statement issued on Monday, BELCO expressed its deepest sorrow and joined the wider community in mourning. The company remembered all six victims—Philip Gregory Childerhose, Thomas Henry Farquhar, Sarah Jane Paton, and Jolene Beth Weir—emphasizing that the loss has been felt across the island.

BELCO’s spokesperson said the company would support the families affected and, as a reminder of the tragedy’s impact on local businesses, will be offering resources for employees coping with the loss. The incident has prompted a national conversation on travel safety and the role of local utilities in supporting communities during times of crisis.

The Bermudian government also issued a statement of condolence, urging residents to come together and support one another. The tragedy reminds the island of its interconnectedness, where a single loss reverberates through families, workplaces, and the broader community.