Garvin Patterson, 46, of #9 Aripo Road, Smith Lands, Wallerfield, Arima, was found murdered in the backseat of his vehicle parked along Balisier Road in Valencia on Saturday, July 26, 2025. His body was discovered inside the car in a location known as Smith Lands within the Arima Police district. The circumstances surrounding the murder remain under investigation by Arima Police. Investigations are continuing to identify the perpetrator and establish the motive for the killing.
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This is the 1st murder reported in Macoya in 2025.
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Safe Haven Status — Macoya
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.
Safety Top Percentile: Macoya ranks in the top 10% for safety within the city, maintaining a consistently lower-than-average incident rate over the last 12 months.