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Assault

1 victim affected

UWI LightsElderly Man on Crutches Beaten by Vendors

UWI traffic lights, St Augustine, Tunapuna - Piarco

An elderly man who begs with crutches was beaten by vendors at the UWI traffic lights on May 7, 2026. During the assault, the man's crutches were reportedly bent and thrown away. Video evidence of the incident's aftermath was submitted to the newsroom.

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This is the 2nd assault reported in St Augustine in 2026.

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Community Standing: Stable — St Augustine

Risk Level: 4.3/10 · Primary Concern: Assault

Peak Hour Pattern: Assault incidents in moderate-risk areas tend to cluster during specific windows — typically late evenings on weekends. Being aware of when and where incidents are more likely lets you make smarter choices about route and timing.

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