A 17-year-old boy was robbed and assaulted by two men near the Morvant taxi stand around 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025. The victim was walking near George Street when approached by two men of African descent, both dressed in black jerseys and three-quarter pants. One suspect, described as stocky with short plaits and dark complexion, attempted to remove a gold band from the teen's left hand; when the victim resisted, a struggle ensued and he was punched in the face. The suspects made off with a gold band valued at $2,000, a black Nike bag containing a Samsung cellphone valued at $900, a Republic Bank card, and the teen's national ID card. One suspect fled east with the jewelry while the other ran west with the bag.
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This is the 10th assault reported in Port of Spain in 2025.
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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.
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