Officers from the Port of Spain Criminal Investigations Department and Task Force recovered a 12-gauge shotgun during an anti-crime exercise in the Princes Town district on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. The operation took place between 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., with officers conducting searches at various locations throughout the district. During the exercise, officers proceeded to Gopaul Bypass Road and searched beneath a concrete bridge. The shotgun was discovered concealed between the bridge's walls, indicating an attempt to hide the weapon from authorities.
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This is the 2nd seizures reported in Princes Town in 2026.
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Community Standing: Stable — Princes Town
Junction Vigilance: Robbery incidents in areas with this profile tend to cluster at junctions and traffic stops. Keep windows up and doors locked while stationary in traffic. Avoid leaving bags, phones, or valuables visible on passenger seats.
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