Police conducted an exercise focused on intelligence linked to suspects in a recent homicide at Joesam Hill, Laventille. Extensive searches were conducted in Snake Valley, but no suspects matching descriptions were found. During the operation, officers recovered a semi-automatic high-powered rifle and 28 rounds of 5.56mm ammunition in the Joesam Hill, Snake Valley area. In total, 15 premises were searched. Three men were arrested during the exercise: one held for common assault, two detained in connection with shooting enquiries. Police said enquiries into the firearm recovery are ongoing.
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This is the 9th seizures reported in Port of Spain in 2026.
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