Four friends from Central Trinidad were robbed at a residence on Bholai Trace East, Freeport on Wednesday around 11 p.m. by five armed suspects who announced the robbery upon arrival. The victims were robbed of cash, gold jewellery, and cellphones; one victim, a 42-year-old homeowner who runs a scrap iron business, lost approximately $30,000 in cash. During the 25-minute ordeal, the four friends were forced to lie facedown on the ground, and the 42-year-old was taken to another room, beaten, and threatened with violence including threats to cut off his finger. The suspects escaped in a black Nissan Note belonging to one of the victims; the vehicle was later recovered at Golconda Connector Road, San Fernando. One of the victims told police they believe the attack was targeted, stating the suspects appeared to know their routine and that the homeowner has been robbed multiple times before in similar circumstances. A 23-year-old male from Corvin Trace, Upper Laventille, was arrested and detained by police in connection with the robbery; four other suspects remain at large.
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This is the 3rd robbery reported in Agostini in 2026.
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Safe Haven Status — Agostini
Keep the Record Clean: Robbery is rare in this area, and a big reason is that residents stay alert. Keep car doors locked while driving, stay aware at junctions, and avoid displaying valuables in your vehicle — these habits are what keeps this area's score where it is.
Pedestrian-Friendly Rating: Low reports of street-level incidents make this one of the most pedestrian-friendly hotspots in our database for evening commutes and outdoor activity.
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