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CarjackingRobberyAssault

1 victim affected

Man robbed and assaulted after Grindr meetup; vehicle stolen (21-year-old)

Seau D'eau Road, off La Canoa Road, Santa Cruz (dirt track), San Juan, San Juan - Laventille

A 21-year-old man from Samaroo Village, Arima was violently robbed on a dirt track off Seau D'eau Road in Santa Cruz around 12:30 a.m. on Friday, May 30th, 2025. The victim had arranged to meet someone via the Grindr dating app and parked his vehicle on the western side of the roadway before walking into the dirt track. Four masked men accosted him and announced a robbery. The suspects stole his black side pouch containing his wallet, iPhone XR, Samsung A15 phone, and car keys. One suspect punched the victim in the face before the group fled. The attackers escaped on foot from the dirt track and drove away in the victim's black vehicle heading north along Seau D'eau Road. Police are investigating the incident.

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This is the 6th carjacking reported in San Juan in 2025.

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Active Safety Alert — San Juan

Risk Level: 9.7/10 · Primary Concern: Assault

The 'Distance' Rule: If approached by strangers in this hotspot, keep your distance and stay moving. If you feel uncomfortable, prioritize your safety and head toward a populated area, a shop, or anywhere with other people around.

High Community Guardianship: Residents in this area are historically proactive about reporting suspicious activity early.

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