Around 1:20 a.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2025, 41-year-old Kavesh Jairamsingh of Penal was at a residence on Pond Street in Esperance Village when he was approached by a man armed with a cutlass. The suspect instructed a 28-year-old female resident to go inside before launching the attack, chopping Jairamsingh several times about the head and body before fleeing on foot. Jairamsingh sustained serious injuries from the cutlass attack. Police officers led by Cpl Clarence responded to the report and contacted Emergency Health Services. The victim was transported to San Fernando General Hospital for emergency treatment.
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This is the 2nd attempted murder reported in Hermitage in 2025.
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Safe Haven Status — Hermitage
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.
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