Trinidad Crime Report: Week of January 31 - February 6, 2026 - 42 Incidents, 5 Murders, Robbery Surge

Executive Summary

Trinidad recorded 42 criminal incidents during the week of January 31 – February 6, 2026, representing a significant 23.5% increase from the previous week’s 34 incidents. The most alarming trend is a dramatic surge in shootings and robberies, with shooting incidents rising 267% and robberies doubling compared to the prior week. Port of Spain remains the primary crime hotspot, accounting for nearly one-third of all reported incidents.

Key Statistics

• Total Incidents: 42 (↑ 23.5% from last week)
• Murder: 5 incidents (↑ 150% from last week)
• Shooting: 11 incidents (↑ 267% from last week)
• Robbery: 12 incidents (↑ 100% from last week)
• Total Victims: 48 across configured crime types

Regional Breakdown

Port of Spain

Port of Spain dominated the week’s crime statistics with 12 incidents and 13 victims. Robbery was the most prevalent crime type in the capital, accounting for 4 of the 12 incidents. The area also recorded a shooting incident on February 1st involving two victims, underscoring the violent nature of crimes in this region.

San Juan

San Juan reported 3 incidents with 3 victims. Burglary was the most common crime type recorded in this area during the reporting period.

Penal

Penal documented 2 incidents but 3 total victims, indicating that crimes in this area involved multiple victims per incident. Both incidents were robberies, suggesting organized property crime activity.

San Fernando and Kelly Village

San Fernando and Kelly Village each recorded 2 incidents with 2 victims. San Fernando’s most notable incident was a sexual assault, while Kelly Village experienced a home invasion.

Crime Type Analysis

Robbery

Robbery emerged as the week’s most frequently reported crime, with 12 incidents and 12 victims—a 100% increase from the previous week’s 6 incidents. This doubling of robbery cases suggests a concerning shift toward property crimes with direct victim confrontation. Port of Spain and Penal were primary locations for these offenses.

Shooting

Shooting incidents experienced the most dramatic increase, rising from 3 to 11 incidents—a 267% spike week-over-week. These 11 incidents resulted in 11 victims, indicating that nearly all shooting reports involved direct harm. This surge represents a significant escalation in violent crime and warrants immediate attention from law enforcement.

Murder

Five murders were recorded this week, triple the previous week’s count of 2 incidents. This 150% increase in homicides is the most serious development in the data and reflects an intensification of lethal violence across the island.

Theft

Theft incidents increased modestly by 33%, rising from 6 to 8 incidents. While less violent than robbery, the prevalence of theft across multiple areas (Port of Spain, Macoya, Siparia, and San Juan) indicates widespread property crime.

Trends and Insights

1. Violent Crime Escalation: The combined surge in shootings (↑267%), murders (↑150%), and robberies (↑100%) signals a significant escalation in violent criminal activity. This week’s 48 victims across violent crime categories represents a substantial increase in harm.

2. Port of Spain Concentration: With 12 of 42 incidents (29%), Port of Spain remains the primary crime hotspot. The capital’s high concentration of robberies and shootings suggests either higher criminal activity or better reporting in urban areas.

3. Seizure Decline: Drug seizures dropped to zero this week from 4 incidents last week, potentially indicating reduced enforcement operations or a shift in drug trafficking patterns.

4. Home Invasion Decrease: Home invasions declined 33% (from 6 to 4 incidents), suggesting possible effectiveness of residential security awareness or law enforcement prevention efforts.

Safety Recommendations

• Residents in Port of Spain: Increase situational awareness, especially regarding robbery and shooting incidents. Avoid displaying valuables in public and consider varying daily routines to reduce predictability.
• Property Protection: Given the 33% increase in theft and continued burglary activity, ensure homes and vehicles are secured with functional locks and consider security system installation.
• Community Reporting: The significant increase in violent crime underscores the importance of reporting suspicious activity to law enforcement immediately.
• Avoid High-Risk Areas: Exercise heightened caution in Port of Spain, particularly during evening hours when robbery and shooting incidents appear concentrated.
• Personal Safety: Given the shooting surge, avoid confrontations and comply with robbery demands to prioritize personal safety over property.

Methodology Note

All data is sourced from verified media reports that may have been published by Trinidad Express, Guardian TT, Newsday, and CNC3 and reputable local Facebook Pages like Crime Watch between January 31 and February 6, 2026. Each incident has been cross-referenced with original source articles.

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