A 35-year-old woman from the Guayaguayare area was sexually assaulted in the early hours of Saturday morning along the Naparima Mayaro Road in Poole Village. She had been socialising earlier in the day and was dropped off at San Pedro Junction by an unknown man, after which she began walking west along the roadway. While stopped near a plantain field to urinate, she was suddenly attacked from behind by an unknown assailant who sexually assaulted her. The victim managed to fight off her attacker and continued walking. The same man then followed her, wearing a white jersey and armed with a knife with a green handle. He grabbed her hand and threatened her, warning her not to attempt to stop any passing vehicles. Her ordeal ended when a passing motorist noticed the suspicious interaction and stopped to help. The woman indicated she needed assistance, and the suspect immediately fled, running beneath a bridge and into nearby bushes. Rio Claro police are investigating the incident.
In Context
This is the 1st sexual assault reported in Poole in 2026.
Found incorrect information?
Help us keep our data accurate by reporting issues.
Report Issue
Safe Haven Status — Poole
Share What Works: Your neighborhood's safety practices can inspire other communities. Consider sharing your community watch strategies or security tips with adjacent areas to help raise the regional standard.
The "Safe Haven" Status: With a safety score of 1.0, this area qualifies as a 'Safe Haven' zone, making it one of the most residentially stable pockets in the region.
Safety Tips
In the news that week
Trinidad Crime Report: Week of January 31 - February 6, 2026 - 42 Incidents, 5 Murders, Robbery SurgeTrinidad recorded 42 criminal incidents during the week of January 31 – February 6, 2026, representing a significant 23.5% increase from the previous week's 34 incidents. The most alarming trend is...