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The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) said it wishes to address and correct misinformation published by a media entity regarding data attributed to the Crime and Problem Analysis Branch (CAPA). In a Media Release on Friday (24th April, 2026), the TTPS said, “The Crime and Problem Analysis Branch (CAPA) is firmly committed to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and integrity in all information disseminated, recognizing the significant impact that inaccurate or misleading data can have on public perception and confidence in the Organization.” According to the TTPS, “It has come to the attention of the TTPS that a recent media publication stated: ‘Recent CAPA data ranks Tobago Division as among the areas with the highest gang-related murders.’ The TTPS categorically states that CAPA has not produced, supported, or communicated any such analysis or conclusion. The records held by CAPA do not substantiate this claim. The Service considers it regrettable that CAPA was refer...

Two (2) men are dead following a horrific road traffic accident in Plaisance Park, Pointe-a-Pierre, early this morning (Saturday 25th April, 2026). The deceased have been identified as “Markie” and Tyrek James, aka “Skunk.” They were said to be friends. According to reports, the pair were in a silver motor vehicle (PBO 2365) when the crash occurred. Police, Fire and Emergency Health Services were notified and responded to the scene.  No further information is available at this time. Investigations are continuing into the fatal crash. More on this as it becomes available.  [Source: Ian Alleyne ] 

The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) is advising customers of planned water interruption due to maintenance works at the Caroni Water Treatment Plant Sub Station, between 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Monday (27th April, 2026). These works involve the replacement of transformers by the Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC). Affected areas are as follows:  Valsayn Booster Stations A & B Saddle Road, San Juan, Bagatelle, Laventille Road, Febeau Village, Success Village, Laventille, Malick, Trou Macaque. El Socorro Booster Station Barataria, Morvant, East Dry River, Port-of-Spain, St. Barb’s, Gonzales, St. Ann’s, Cascade, Dibe, Long Circular, St. James, Cocorite, Belmont. Central & South Trinidad Piarco, Cunupia, Chaguanas, Lange Park, Felicity, Caroni Savannah Road, Bank Village, Carapichaima, Mc Bean, Windsor Park, Claxton Bay, City of San Fernando, Caroni North and South Bank Road, Endeavour, Jerningham Road, Longdenville, California, Korea Village, Waterloo, ...

The Customs and Excise Division successfully intercepted a shipment of marijuana at a Customs Bonded Area in Port-of-Spain on Tuesday (21st April, 2026). In a Media Release on Wednesday (22nd April, 2026), the Division said, “During routine operations, Customs Officers conducted examination of cargo which led to the discovery of eighteen (18) packages, containing a green plant-like material concealed within a household appliance. Officers from the Preventive Branch were subsequently contacted and responded to the location, where field testing confirmed the substance to be cannabis. The estimated street value of the seizure is $1,413,302.” An individual was arrested and formally charged in connection with the seizure. The accused subsequently appeared before a Master of the High Court and was granted bail in the sum of $1.5M with surety and reporting conditions. According to the Division, “This seizure demonstrates the continued vigilance and proactive efforts, through strengthened enfo...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect partly cloudy or cloudy conditions today (Saturday 25th April, 2026), with periods of showers or rain over some areas. There is a medium (60%) chance of isolated thunderstorm activity, favouring Trinidad. Settled conditions are expected by late evening into night, despite a few isolated lingering showers. Gusty winds and street/flash flooding can occur in the event of heavy showers or thunderstorms. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 29°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 30°C at Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are moderate with waves 1.5m to 2m in open waters and below 1m and occasionally choppy near showers in sheltered areas.  Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS.

The Ministry of Finance is advising of an extension by the Board of Inland Revenue (BIR) in the timeframe for the payment of gaming taxes. In a Media Release today (Friday 24th April, 2026), the Ministry announced that payment of Gaming Tax will now commence on 1st July, 2026 for taxes incurred during the period 1st April, 2025 to 31st March, 2027. Please be guided accordingly.

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect partly cloudy conditions today (Friday 24th April, 2026), with occasional light to moderate showers occurring. There is also a medium (40%) chance of isolated heavy showers or thunderstorms, particularly over Trinidad. Tonight will be settled with a few showers likely after Midnight.  Gusty winds and street flooding may occur near heavy showers or thunderstorms. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 32°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 31°C at Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are slight to moderate with waves 1m to 2m in open waters and calm in sheltered areas.  Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS.

The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of St. Ann’s, Arouca and South Oropouche on Friday (24th April, 2026). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works.  According to T&TEC, the affected areas in St. Ann’s, Arouca and South Oropouche are as follows:  ST. ANN'S (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) Along Ariapita Road from Cascade Main Road junction heading in a Northwestern direction, including Moore Avenue, Fisher Avenue, St. Ann's Gardens, Immortelle Children's Centre, St. Ann's Hospital, Fondes Amandes Road, Ariapita Road, Cascadia Hotel, Urmilla Gardens, Plaisance Road, Boucaud Terrace, Bishop Anstey Junior School, St. George's Bridge, Cascadia Water Park, Patos Vale and all associated side streets. AROUCA (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) From LP #484 on Eastern Main Road heading North into Convent Street up to LP #2. SOUTH OROPOUCHE (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) From LP #A1...

The Ministry of the People, Social Development and Family Services (MPSDFS) said it has noted with concern, the recent media reports relating to a teenager who tragically lost his life due to examination-related anxiety. The deceased has been identified as 19-year-old Kevin Siberan of Seventh Avenue, Malick, Barataria. He was pronounced dead after being found unresponsive at his home with an electrical cord around his neck, on the evening of Thursday 16th April, 2026, in what Police are treating as a suspected suicide. In a Media Release today (Thursday 23rd April, 2026), the Ministry said it “extends its deepest condolences to the family and is taking the opportunity to remind parents and children of mechanisms in place to support the mental well-being of students through its Child Affairs Division (CAD).” The student’s 51-year-old mother told Police that around 6:30 PM on 16th April, 2026, she returned home from work and went upstairs, where she found her son seated on the floor, mot...

UPDATE: T&TEC said at 8:41 PM, over 60% of the street lights on the Elmina Clarke-Allen Highway were switched on, temporarily powered via mobile substations. Another substation will be energized shortly to power the additional lights. Repair work will then continue, to supply the lights from the grid. If you know anything about the vandalism that led to this situation, please call 474-8467. The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising that repair and restoration work along the Elmina Clarke-Allen Highway will commence later this evening (Thursday 23rd April, 2026), following a vandalism incident that resulted in all streetlights along the roadway being out of service. In a Media Release today, T&TEC said while work is underway, approximately 90% of the streetlights will be temporarily powered by standby generators. It is expected that the lighting system should be operating normally by 1:00 AM on Friday (24th April, 2026). Motorists are urged to exe...