A man from Manzanilla was lured to Laventille under the guise of a meeting arranged through the dating app Grindr. Upon his arrival at Kerr Trace, he was held at gunpoint, taken into an abandoned house, and subjected to a violent ordeal. Police discovered the victim bound and gagged inside the structure around 2:10 p.m. He had been robbed of his belongings and physically assaulted by his captors. The victim was rescued by officers and transported to the Port of Spain General Hospital for medical treatment.
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This is the 1st kidnapping reported in Port of Spain in 2025.
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Active Safety Alert — Port of Spain
Vehicle Entry Alertness: Many abduction attempts in this area occur during the transition between car and destination. Have your keys ready, scan the area before exiting, and lock doors immediately upon entry.
Resilient Community Network: Despite the elevated score, this area shows strong community bonds with active neighbourhood watch participation and rapid incident reporting.