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BBC has greenlit a new series titled Policing Paradise, offering viewers an inside look into the challenges faced by real-life police officers.

The 16-episode series, set against the backdrop of Bermuda's tropical islands, will document the daily routines of the officers as they patrol the seven interconnected islands.

With an influx of 850,000 tourists from around the globe each year, the officers will reveal the unique responsibilities they undertake every day.

The series will spotlight a 500-strong police force comprising native Bermudians, individuals from across the Caribbean, and UK officers who have chosen to live overseas.

Alex McLeod, Commissioner, BBC Daytime, remarked: "Policing Paradise is like the real-life Death in Paradise.

Policing Paradise has been commissioned by the BBC (Image: BBC)

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"Audiences will be able to get lost in the Islands of Bermuda as they are taken on a journey with the wonderful police force working to keep Bermuda safe for residents and tourists.

"It’s a deep dive into the culture of these truly unique islands and one we hope audiences will feel privileged to be a part of.”

Policing Paradise is being produced at Spun Gold's Birmingham production HQ, with MD Daniela Neumann expressing her excitement about the forthcoming show, reports Birmingham Live.

She commented "Policing Paradise is a sunny, colourful and fascinating escapist series providing a window onto the work of the real-life team of police who have the job of keeping one of the world's most beautiful and sought after group of tropical islands safe.

A 'real-life' Death in Paradise is coming to the BBC (Image: BBC)

"It will be the perfect show for audiences who have made its fictional counterpart one of the longest-running hit dramas on TV."

Viewers across the series will witness the dedicated team ensuring that Bermuda's 65,000 permanent residents and visitors are protected as they oversee the smooth running of Bermuda Day, Carnival, and other festive events.

The officers' duties extend beyond bustling areas to include patrolling remote islands, home to secluded luxury hotels and villas frequented by some of the globe's most renowned celebrities.

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A brief outline of the series states: "With access to the police jet ski squad, marine police, coastguards, canine unit, traffic division and customs officers, the series also reveals how the force, working across land and sea, deals with piracy, smuggling and more serious crimes that can threaten the peace and stability of the islands."

It's not yet been confirmed when Policing Paradise will air.

BBC announce new 'real-life' version of hit show Death in Paradise

BBC announce new 'real-life' version of hit show Death in Paradise

BBC announce new 'real-life' version of hit show Death in Paradise

BBC announce new 'real-life' version of hit show Death in Paradise

BBC announce new 'real-life' version of hit show Death in Paradise