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The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) said it has launched an investigation following a report of suspected arson at the Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT) compound, Eastern Main Road, Beetham, where a major fire occurred last night (Saturday 24th October, 2026). Three (3) persons are currently assisting Police with their investigations into the incident. The TTPS said the fire was reported at approximately 10:25 PM and involved telecommunications cables, including highly combustible insulated copper cable, stored within the compound. The Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service (TTFS) responded with firefighting resources mobilized from several fire stations, supported by the Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA), the Ministry of Works and Transport and other agencies. Police Officers secured the affected area and implemented traffic diversions to facilitate emergency operations. At approximately 7:35 AM this morning (Sunday 25th October, 2026), the Fire Service a...

The Ministry of Education said it continues to work closely with relevant stakeholders following a reported fire at Canaan Presbyterian School, Duncan Village, San Fernando, early this morning (Friday 16th October, 2026). No students or staff were on the school compound at the time of the incident. A total of eight (8) classrooms were reportedly destroyed in the blaze, forcing the closure of the school today. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the blaze after receiving the call after 4:00 AM. Following the fire, the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service (TTFS), the National Maintenance Training and Security Company Ltd (MTS), the Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC), and the Presbyterian Primary Schools’ Board of Education (PPSBE), advanced a co-ordinated approach to chart the way forward, prioritizing the necessary assessments, appropriate interventions, and arrangements to facilitate the safe resumption of school...

UPDATE (28/10/26):  20-year-old Nicholas Ramlal has been remanded into custody after making his first Court appearance since being charged with the heinous murders of his mother and teenage sister. Ramlal appeared before High Court Master Valene Guerra Abraham on Tuesday afternoon (27th October, 2026). The case was adjourned to 22nd February, 2027. He was detained by Police at the scene of the crime after claiming that his relatives were killed in a home invasion, from which he managed to escape relatively unscathed. Ramlal was charged by Corporal Timothy of the Homicide Bureau of Investigations (HBI) after receiving advice from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) this week. UPDATE (27/10/26):  The male relative in Police custody has been identified as 20-year-old Nicholas Ramlal — the son of murdered victim Rosanna Ramlal and brother of murdered victim Alina Ramlal. He was charged with both murders on Monday (26th October, 2026) and is expected to appear ...

The burnt body of a man was found inside a vehicle in a bushy area off Rodney Road, Arena Road, Freeport, on Sunday afternoon (20th September, 2026). The deceased has not yet been identified. According to reports, Central Division Task Force Officers were on mobile patrol when they discovered a burnt silver Mazda pickup (TBW 4764) behind some bamboo patches, around 2:05 PM. Upon further investigation, they found the body of a man in the driver’s seat — burnt beyond recognition. A District Medical Officer (DMO) was summoned, who viewed the body, made their pronouncement and ordered its removal to the Forensic Science Centre, pending a post-mortem. Crime scene investigators recovered four (4) spent 9mm shell casings. The vehicle was subsequently removed and conveyed to the Freeport Police Station. Investigations are continuing into the circumstances surrounding the gruesome discovery. More on this as it becomes available. [Source: Ian Alleyne ]

UPDATE 2:  Owner of RRM Plaza and President of the Greater San Fernando Chamber of Commerce, Kiran Singh, said the blast on Monday (21st September, 2026) occurred after concerns were raised about a possible gas leak at the plaza about a week and a half earlier. Singh said a gas scent had been detected in the Food Court, prompting an emergency call to Ramco, which attended the premises and addressed the problem. He said, however, that no gas odour had been detected after that intervention. The gas company was called again following the explosion to ensure the gas supply to the building was shut off. Singh said there had also been activity involving the gas supply before the explosion, but stressed that it was too early to determine whether this was connected to the incident. Pictured Above: A damaged vehicle is towed as investigations continue into an explosion at Skyline Bar, RRM Plaza, High Street, San Fernando. Photo Credit: Kristian DeSilva/Guardian Media Limited. While speculat...

According to reports, at least five (5) people are dead and five (5) others injured after an Amazon Prime cargo plane overran the runway at Miami International Airport this afternoon (Sunday 6th September, 2026), crashing into multiple vehicles before catching fire. A full ground stop has been issued for the Airport. The terrifying incident is said to have occurred while the plane was attempting to land at the Airport, around 2:00 PM local time, according to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Airport Officials. Authorities have not yet released further details on the fatalities or the injuries. Fire Officials said the airplane caught fire following the crash, with more than sixty (60) fire units responding to the scene, involving multiple patients.  In a post on X, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said, “Units arrived to find an airplane that had caught on fire as a result of this crash, with heavy flames and smoke showing. Firefighters are working on extinguis...

A gyro operator suffered burns about the body during a violent attempted robbery at a gyro cart along Montrose Main Road, Chaguanas, early Thursday morning (27th August, 2026). According to reports, the operator of the gyro cart, located near Subway, was approached by two (2) masked men, both dressed in dark clothing, around 3:00 AM. One of the men announced a robbery before throwing kerosene on the victim and the counter of the business. The suspect then set the kerosene alight, causing burn injuries to the operator and damage to the gyro cart. As the attack unfolded, however, the victim armed himself with a cutlass and struck the first suspect several times about the body, causing injuries. The injured suspect — a 14-year-old boy — then ran South through the Subway compound and escaped. His accomplice fled in the opposite direction on a bicycle along Montrose Main Road. Police were alerted and responded to the scene. Acting on information received, Officers attached to the Chaguanas ...

A business on Ariapita Avenue in Woodbrook was the target of a brazen early-morning arson attack on Tuesday (18th August, 2026). According to reports, Loud Kicks Smoke Shop, located at 65 Ariapita Avenue, Woodbrook, was locked and secured shortly before 10:30 PM on Monday night (17th August, 2026) by the Manager, who then left the premises. However, around 4:50 AM on Tuesday morning, the Owner was alerted that a fire alarm had been activated by SWAT Security Services. The Manager subsequently returned to the business shortly after 5:00 AM and reportedly found smoke emanating from the building, with flames already visible. Fire Services were called and Fire Officers were able to quickly extinguish the blaze. CCTV footage of the incident showed two (2) masked men arriving in a black Toyota Aqua (PDT 8308), before entering the compound. One suspect was dressed in a white jersey and black jeans and wore a ski mask, while the second was dressed in a black jersey and denim jeans, with a hat ...

A woman was hospitalized after she was allegedly set on fire by her son during a domestic dispute at their home in Penal on Monday (3rd August, 2026). The victim has been identified as 66-year-old Tara Bridgelal of Rochard Road, Penal. According to reports, the family had cooked food and were liming and drinking downstairs, when an argument started between the victim and her son, 40-year-old Regan Bridgelal. At some point, Regan’s father, Chaitram Bridgelal, left the scene while the argument continued between Tara and Regan. The woman allegedly went upstairs and was soon followed by Regan, where it is alleged he threw a liquid on her in a bathroom before setting her ablaze. However, in an interview with Crime Watch host, Ian Alleyne, Regan, who openly admitted to drinking and smoking marijuana occasionally, denied the allegations, stating that he attempted to put out the fire by throwing water on his mother. He claims he does not know how the fire started. Tara was conveyed to the San...

For the safety of all customers and crew, Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) is advising passengers of the following guidelines when travelling with lithium batteries, electronic devices and power banks: Power banks are NOT permitted in checked baggage. They must be carried in your carry-on baggage only and must not be used or recharged onboard the aircraft. Electronic devices such as phones, tablets, laptops and cameras should be carried in your carry-on baggage. Spare lithium batteries must: Be individually protected to prevent short circuits. Be kept in carry-on baggage only. Not be loose inside bags. E-cigarettes and vapes are permitted in carry-on baggage only and must not be used or charged onboard. Customers are reminded that lithium batteries and power banks must not exceed 100Wh unless otherwise approved by the airline. All passengers are encouraged to check battery ratings before travel and ensure devices are packed safely and securely. If you require further guidance, pl...

UPDATE: Owner of the destroyed home, Candice Gosine, is claiming that her former boyfriend was responsible for the attack, alleging that he had been terrorizing her and her family for months, leading up to the devastating fire. Gosine said the ordeal began last year, when her ex-boyfriend repeatedly threatened to kill her and her relatives and warned that he would not stop until they were all dead. She alleged that the night before the fire, the man came to her home, pelted the house with large stones and threatened to burn it down before leaving. Upon leaving for work the next morning, the suspect allegedly scaled the perimeter of the property, used a grinder to pry open two (2) safes, stole cash, jewellery and other valuables, before setting the house ablaze, according to Gosine. She said despite making numerous reports to the Police regarding the alleged threats and harassment, the abuse continued unabated. The exact cause of the fire is being investigated, while Police are expect...

A large fire destroyed the PS Sawmill Outlet in Montrose, Chaguanas, early this morning (Tuesday 14th July, 2026), causing extensive damage to the furniture and hardwood supplier. Central Auto Spares & Accessories, located right next door, may have also sustained damage during the fire. According to reports, the blaze started at the business place, located near the traffic lights by Subway in Montrose, around 2:30 AM, and quickly spread. Fire Services were notified and responded to the scene. The blaze was subsequently extinguished. The PS Sawmill Outlet supplies furniture as well as cedar, teak and other locally-sourced hardwoods. In a social media statement following the fire, the company informed customers that operations at the Montrose outlet had been affected and redirected enquiries to its other locations and services. “Due to a fire that ravaged our PS Sawmill Outlet, we would like to redirect your calls,” the company said. Customers were advised to contact the Flanagin To...

Police are investigating a suspected arson attack at a home in San Fernando early Tuesday morning (7th July, 2026), in which three (3) vehicles were deliberately set ablaze. According to the owner of the vehicles, Nigel Seenathsingh Nitalien, he had parked and secured his vehicles at his home in Union Hall the previous evening, before retiring to bed. However, around 2:45 AM, he was awoken by a neighbour who alerted him that his vehicles, a black Audi A6, an Isuzu D-Max and a Nissan Laurel, were on fire. Police and Fire Services were notified and responded to the scene. Fire Officers from the Mon Repos Fire Station were able to quickly extinguish the blaze. ( Click/Tap Image To Enlarge ) Police said the Audi was completely destroyed, while the Isuzu and Nissan sustained extensive damage. The value of the losses has not yet been determined. Nitalien said CCTV footage of the incident shows two (2) young men climbing over the back fence, dousing the vehicles with a flammable liquid and th...

A massive fire caused millions of dollars in damage early Friday morning (3rd July, 2026) in Gasparillo, after destroying a two-storey building housing A&S Fyzool Supermarket and a home along Bonne Aventure Road. According to reports, the blaze started shortly before 4:00 AM and left seven (7) people homeless. The family lived on the upper floor of the building, while the supermarket operated on the ground floor. Firefighters are said to have battled the blaze for hours as chemicals, automotive oil and other flammable substances stored on the compound provided fuel for the fire. Owner of A&S Fyzool Supermarket, Rick Mohammed, said a neighbour alerted him to the fire around 4:30 AM. He said his five (5) tenants were able to safely evacuate the burning building. “They evacuated in the back and they went through by the neighbour fence, so everybody is safe, so that is good.” While the cause of the fire has not yet been determined, Mohammed suspects it may have been linked to an el...

A plane carrying twelve (12) people — a pilot and eleven (11) skydivers — while on a skydiving outing in Missouri, crashed in a field and became engulfed in flames on Sunday morning (14th June, 2026), killing all aboard. The plane is said to have turned around for an unknown reason before crashing near a Highway. Director of the Bates County Emergency Management Agency and the Acting Airport Manager, Dennis Jacobs, said he suspects the plane experienced power issues prior to the devastating crash. Investigators are now piecing together the aircraft's final moments as families anxiously await answers. The crash occurred shortly after the plane took off from a local Airport, around 11:30 AM. Some family members of those who died were at the Airport to watch the jump and tragically witnessed the crash, according to Bates County Sheriff, Chad Anderson. Following the crash, a heap of blue and silver mangled metal lay in the grass near Butler Memorial Airport, with a massive lineup of em...

EDITOR’S NOTE: The body of this article has been updated with new details. Two (2) women are dead following a devastating fire at an apartment building in Port-of-Spain last night (Friday 12th June, 2026). The deceased have been identified as 23-year-old Aaliyah Griffith and 60-year-old Susan Ramlogan.  A baby was miraculously rescued from the burning building. According to reports, Fire Officials responded to a fire at the Coehlo Building, located along Prince Street between Charlotte and Nelson Streets, around 9:30 PM. Officers said approximately thirty (30) people were living on the third floor of the building and, upon arrival, rescued four (4) people, some from inside the building and others from the roof. Those rescued ranged in age between eighteen (18) and fifty-five (55). Fire Officials left the scene and returned to their Fire Station, around 2:30 AM this morning (Saturday 13th June, 2026), after extinguishing the blaze and after electricity was cut from the surroundin...

The Public Transport Service Corporation (PTSC) is confirming that one of its buses caught fire at approximately 1:15 PM this afternoon (Wednesday 13th May, 2026) along the Priority Bus Route (PBR), in the vicinity of the Mount Lambert traffic lights. The Corporation notes that at the time of the incident, the bus was not in service and there were no passengers onboard. Emergency response personnel from both the Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service (TTFS) and the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) were contacted and responded to the scene. The fire was successfully brought under control. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the PTSC, who said it will “continue to work closely with the relevant authorities to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.” PTSC added that it “remains committed to the safety of its employees, passengers and the general public.” More on this as it becomes available.

Fire tenders are continuing to tackle a massive blaze this afternoon (Tuesday 5th May, 2026) at Globe City Plaza, off the Chase Village flyover in Chase Village, and Fire Officers believe it could be several hours before it is fully contained.  According to eyewitnesses, the compound, which houses a hardware and several other businesses, became engulfed shortly after 10:00 AM this morning. Fire appliances from Chaguanas, Point Lisas, Tunapuna and San Fernando are on the scene, as well as officials from the Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA), Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC), and Head of the National Operations Centre (NOC), Johnny Abraham. Access to the area has been blocked off by Police. Fire tenders continue to tackle a blaze at Globe City Plaza, off the Chase Village flyover in Chase Village, and officers believe it could be several hours before it is fully contained. According to eyewitnesses, the compound, which houses a hardware and several other busi...

UPDATE:   The property is a single-storey residence, consisting of two (2) bedrooms, a kitchen, living area, and garage. Investigators say everything inside, including furniture, appliances, and personal belongings, was lost in the fire. The building itself sustained severe structural damage, with visible cracks along the walls. Extensive burn patterns were also noted along the Southwestern exterior wall. Authorities are also said to be working to determine the status of insurance coverage on the property. EDITOR’S NOTE: The body of this article has been updated with new details.   The home of 38-year-old Fareeda Balgobin was set ablaze in Penal early this morning (Wednesday 15th April, 2026) in a suspected Molotov attack. Balgobin and her teenage son remain in Police custody in connection with the alleged false imprisonment and torture of 42-year-old Sabita Basdeo over a lengthy period, spanning at least seven (7) years.  During that time, Basdeo was unlawfully kept ...