TTPS Maintains Heightened Security Posture In Response To Venezuela Situation

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) is advising the national community that it has been closely monitoring recent regional developments and has already implemented a series of precautionary operational measures to ensure the continued safety and security of the nation.

This follows the well-coordinated capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, First Lady Cilia Flores, in a United States military operation early this morning (Saturday 3rd January, 2026). 

Several streets in Port-of-Spain have since been blocked, with Police Officials emphasizing that the measures are precautionary and form part of the TTPS’ ongoing commitment to national security.

In a Media Release, the TTPS said, “It is the responsibility of the TTPS to anticipate risks, maintain public confidence, and ensure that Trinidad and Tobago remains safe and secure during periods of uncertainty. In keeping with this mandate, strategic operations have been activated.”

The TTPS is emphasizing that these actions are “precautionary and form part of its ongoing commitment to national security. There is no need for public alarm as these measures are designed to ensure readiness, stability, and continuity of service should circumstances evolve.”

Citizens are encouraged to remain calm, stay informed through official channels, and report any suspicious activity to the Police. The TTPS notes that public vigilance, paired with responsible information sharing, remains an essential component of national resilience.

Commissioner of Police, Allister Guevarro, emphasized that the TTPS will “keep the situation under constant review and update the public accordingly, reminding that as the saying goes, ‘when your neighbour's house on fire, the prudent thing is to wet yours.’”

Prime Minister the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP, has since insisted that Trinidad and Tobago is NOT a participant in any of these ongoing military operations in Venezuela.

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