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A woman was arrested after Police seized an AR rifle, ammunition, cannabis and cannabis-infused products during an intelligence-led operation, conducted in the Northern North and North Central Divisions in Curepe last night (Friday 31st July, 2026). According to the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), between the hours of 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM, acting on intelligence, Officers of the Northern North Division Task Force conducted a house search at a residence on Harris Street, Curepe, the home of the suspect, where the following items were found in a bedroom: A black suitcase containing five (5) compressed packets of cannabis, amounting to 2.6 kilogrammes. A bag containing twenty-three (23) boxes of cannabis-infused vapes and three (3) boxes of cannabis-infused chocolates. An AR rifle. Fifty (50) rounds of 9mm ammunition. Fifty (50) rounds of .44 ammunition. Twenty (20) rounds of 5.56 ammunition. Ninety-nine (99) rounds of .22 ammunition. Three (3) rounds of 5.7 ammunition. Five (5...

The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of South Trinidad on Sunday (2nd August, 2026). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works — 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.   According to T&TEC, the affected areas are as follows:  From LP #79 to LP #A135 Cipero Road, including Trainline Road, Retrench Village, HDC Corinth Hills Development Site A, B, C, Road A, Road B, Road C, Alexandria Lane, Leander Lane, Anakara Lane, Agia Lane, Demeter Lane, Midas Lane, Kalymos Circe, Esra Lane, Otus Lane, Ethon Lane, Kayala Lane, Ninus Lane, Magna Lane, Rhenea Lane, Paphos Lane, Elra Lane, Meanus Lane, Golconda Link Road, Retrench Settlement, McLean Drive, Windy Ridge, Pine Ridge Road, Hillcrest Gardens, Retrench Development, M2 Ring Road and all associated side streets. T&TEC says it regrets the inconvenience which may be caused by these interruptions.

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) is advising that an intelligence‑led operation, conducted between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM on Friday (31st July, 2026), resulted in the fatal shooting of escaped prisoner, Robby Khadoo, and the arrest of a female for harbouring an escaped prisoner. Khadoo, known by several aliases, including Allan Charles, Joshua Dillon Chambers, Robby Dylan Khadoo and Robby Dillon Joshua Khadoo, who had been charged with murder, attempted murder, and wounding with intent, escaped lawful custody at the Arima Hospital on 3rd July, 2026 . According to the TTPS, intelligence guided Officers of the Home Invasion Team (HIT), Southern Divisional Task Force (SDTF) and Marabella Police Station, to a location at Fabien Street, Vistabella. Whilst engaged in a systematic clearing of the premises, Officers encountered the fugitive, who was armed with a firearm and refused to obey verbal commands instructing him to drop the weapon; choosing instead to engage the Officers, t...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect generally hot, sunny and hazy conditions today (Saturday 1st August, 2026), with the chance of brief isolated showers, favouring hilly areas. Tonight will be generally fair, but a few partly cloudy spells and showers are possible. The Met Office notes that relatively mild concentrations of Saharan dust are currently present. Sensitive persons are advised to take the necessary precautions. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 33°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 31°C at Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are slight to moderate with waves 1.2m to 1.5m in open waters and below 0.5m and choppy near showers in sheltered areas.  Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS.

The Department of Natural Resources and Forestry (DNRF) under the Division of Environment, Climate Resilience and Energy (DECRE) is confirming that two (2) men were arrested during a wildlife enforcement operation at Lambeau Beach, Tobago, at approximately 9:00 AM on Thursday (30th July, 2026). During the operation, Officers discovered what is believed to be the carcass of a sea turtle together with a quantity of turtle meat and turtle eggs believed to have been unlawfully removed from a nesting site. The two (2) suspects were arrested and taken to the Shirvan Police Station, where further investigations into the matter continue. The operation was carried out by members of the DNRF, which included: Lirlyn Craig Roberts, Game Warden I Govinda Ramlogan, Forester I Bheemal Ramlogan, Forester II DECRE is reminding the public that sea turtles are protected under the laws of Trinidad and Tobago and are designated as Environmentally Sensitive Species under the Environmental Management Act . ...

The Ministry of Works and Infrastructure is advising the public of a temporary traffic disruption along the Churchill Roosevelt Highway and the Beetham Highway, from Monday 3rd August, 2026 to Friday 7th August, 2026, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM. This disruption is necessary to facilitate routine maintenance works, including an intensive vegetation-control exercise comprising grass cutting, edging, weeding and debris collection. Works will be undertaken along the following locations: The median of the Churchill Roosevelt Highway, between Valsayn and the Barataria Overpass; and The Beetham Highway, between the Barataria Overpass and the overpass in the vicinity of the Trinidad and Tobago National Petroleum Marketing Company Limited. During this period, motorists are advised to: Proceed with caution and observe all directional signs and barriers; Comply with instructions issued by Police Officers, Traffic Wardens or flag persons, where necessary, to facilitate the safe and ...

The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation said it is aware of “inaccurate and misleading information currently circulating on social media regarding the online payment of Fixed Penalty Notices.” In a Media Release today (Friday 31st July, 2026), the Ministry is advising that members of the public “should exercise caution when relying on information from unofficial sources, as the circulation of inaccurate information has the potential to cause confusion and unnecessary concern.” Members of the public are reminded to rely on official Ministry communications for accurate information and updates on matters under the Ministry’s responsibility. Persons requiring information regarding the payment of Fixed Penalty Notices or the status of their records may contact the Traffic Enforcement Centre Unit (TECU) at 612-4682, extensions 53108 - 53111. The Ministry said it “remains committed to providing members of the public with accurate, timely, and reliable information.” Please be guided accor...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect partly cloudy periods with a few showers today (Friday 31st July, 2026). There is a medium (40%) chance of the isolated heavy shower/thunderstorm, favouring Western and hilly areas. Tonight will be mostly fair, despite isolated showers. In the event of heavy showers/thunderstorm activity, gusty winds are likely and street/flash flooding is likely in areas so prone. The Met Office notes that a mild concentration of Saharan dust is expected. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 33°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 31°C at Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are slight to moderate with waves 2m to 2.5m in open waters and near 1m in sheltered areas.  Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS.

The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation is advising the public that the Online Driver’s Licence Renewal Service will be temporarily unavailable today (Thursday 30th July, 2026), from 6:00 PM to 11:59 PM, due to scheduled maintenance. The Ministry said it apologizes for any inconvenience caused and “appreciates the public’s patience and understanding as this maintenance is carried out to support improved service delivery.” Please be guided accordingly.

The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of Arima and Guayaguayare on Friday (31st July, 2026). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works.  According to T&TEC, the affected areas in Arima and Guayaguayare are as follows:  ARIMA (8:30 AM to 3:00 PM) All customers in Phase 4 Malabar, including Flamingo Avenue, Lennox Yearwood, Swift Drive, Cocorico Cresent, Heron Avenue, Hummingbird Avenue, Falcon Crest, Bellbird Avenue, Egret, King Bird Avenue, Eagle Avenue, La Ping Avenue, Flamingo Boulevard, Falcon Crescent, Eugene Laurent Street, George Lewis Street, Paul Castillo Place, Donald Taylor Street, Eugene Laurent Street and all associated side streets. GUAYAGUAYARE (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) From LP #349 Calmapas Village, Guayaguayare to LP #429 Guayaguayare Road, including Galeota Complex, TIS Massy, Vespry Extension, Femier Circular Road, Rustville, Marcelle Rid...