Over $5 Million Worth of Marijuana Seized Following High-Speed Chase; Driver Jumps In River, Escapes
The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) said it continues to deliver on its mandate to disrupt criminal activities and ensure public safety, with two (2) recent successful operations conducted on Tuesday (21st October, 2025).
According to the TTPS, a co-ordinated operation led by the Narcotics Division Task Force (NDTF) South, in collaboration with a specialist TTPS unit, resulted in the seizure of 49.74 Kilograms of marijuana, with an estimated street value of TT $5.45 million.
The exercise took place between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM in the Port-of-Spain Division and was co-ordinated by Snr. Supt. Maynard-Wilson, Supt. McKenzie, and ASP Pitt, spearheaded by Cpl. Foster and directly supervised by Ag./Cpl. Ramsaran.
At approximately 1:00 PM, while at the Forensic Science Centre, Officers received intelligence information regarding a motor vehicle allegedly transporting firearms and narcotics from the Maracas Bay area. Following a high-speed chase through Saddle Road and the Santa Cruz area, the suspect abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot by jumping into a river.
A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery of three (3) bales, containing ninety (90) bricks of cannabis, which were seized. The vehicle and narcotics were transported to the San Raphael Police Station for further investigation.
A separate anti-crime exercise was conducted in the San Juan Police District between 9:00 PM and 12:00 AM, targeting known persons of interest under the Emergency Powers Regulation.
The operation was spearheaded by Ag./W/Snr. Supt. Guy-Allen, Supt. Birch, and Ag./ASP Callender, co-ordinated by Insp. Ramsingh, and supervised by Sgt. Martin. Execution of the operation was carried out by Cpl. Lavia, members of the NEDTF, and the K9 Unit.
Searches were conducted at First Street, San Juan, where Officers discovered two (2) black plastic bags, containing plant-like material resembling marijuana, in a bin outside the premises. It was weighed and amounted to 1,057 grams.
Acting on further intelligence, the TTPS said Officers proceeded to an open lot near Moses Avenue, San Juan, where they recovered a Glock-22 pistol with a magazine and seven (7) rounds of ammunition, concealed in a white jersey in a bushy area.
The firearm was processed by crime scene investigators. The Officers took possession of both the firearm and the narcotics.
Investigations are continuing.
The TTPS said it “remains steadfast in its commitment to crime suppression and public safety.”
Citizens are reminded that they can play a crucial role in this effort by sharing information anonymously via 555 or 999.
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