A vehicle was stolen at gunpoint in Maraval on March 21, 2026. The stolen car was later recovered by officers of the TPU during a surveillance operation in the St Clair area on Friday, May 16, 2026, bearing false licence plates. A woman known to police was arrested after she approached the vehicle, opened it, and attempted to drive away. Officers intercepted the vehicle and arrested the woman, who was placed in custody of the St Clair CID. A second suspect remained at large as of Friday. The operation was supervised by Superintendent Robert Joseph and Sergeant Virgil and involved members of the TPU Task Force.
In Context
This is the 5th carjacking reported in Port of Spain in 2026.
Found incorrect information?
Help us keep our data accurate by reporting issues.
Report Issue
Active Safety Alert — Port of Spain
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.
Resilient Community Network: Despite the elevated score, this area shows strong community bonds with active neighbourhood watch participation and rapid incident reporting.
Safety Tips
In the news that week
Trinidad 2026: 12 Murders Last Week — 64 Total Crimes (Mar 27)Trinidad recorded 64 crimes last week including 12 murder victims — marking a significant 33% increase in homicides despite an overall 20% decline in total incidents. The week of March 19–27, 2026 ...