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CarjackingRobberyAssault

1 victim affected

Man fights off armed carjacker in Paramin (46-year-old victim)

Morne Espoire Road at corner of Saut D'Eau Road, near Catholic Church, Paramin, La Finette , Diego Martin

A 46-year-old man from Morne Espoire Road, Paramin was driving near the Catholic Church at the corner of Morne Espoire Road and Saut D'Eau Road around 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, 2025, when he was attacked by a suspect he had offered a lift to. The suspect, 29-year-old Gymaque Chrichlow of Morne Cyril Road, Paramin, suddenly pulled a knife and demanded the victim surrender his vehicle, stating 'Gimme your car—I want it!' A violent struggle ensued inside the vehicle as the victim resisted the carjacking attempt. The victim managed to escape the vehicle, and nearby residents who witnessed the confrontation rushed to his aid. The residents subdued the suspect, restraining him by tying his hands and feet, and secured the knife used in the attack, which they handed over to police.

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This is the 1st carjacking reported in La Finette in 2025.

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Safe Haven Status — La Finette

Risk Level: 1.1/10 · Primary Concern: Theft

Consistent Vigilance: Low-crime areas maintain their status because residents stay consistent — securing yards, keeping valuables out of sight, and looking out for neighbours. No security routine should be dropped just because the score is low.

Safety Top Percentile: La Finette ranks in the top 10% for safety within the city, maintaining a consistently lower-than-average incident rate over the last 12 months.

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