Michael Baptiste's throat was slashed during a late-night attack around 10 p.m. on March 11 along Caroni North Bank Road near UTT in Mausica. The victim had picked up Jael Akeem Lewis of Maloney, with whom he previously had a relationship; while driving, Baptiste allowed Lewis to take the wheel when he was allegedly attacked and slashed to the neck. The injured man escaped and ran to the UTT entrance for help.
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This is the 1st assault reported in Centeno in 2026.
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Safe Haven Status — Centeno
The Standard That Works: Assault is rare here. The community habits of staying aware, avoiding late-night isolated routes, and looking out for neighbours are what makes that possible. Keep those practices going.
Evening Activity Safe Zone: With minimal after-dark incidents, Centeno supports an active evening culture — residents report feeling comfortable walking, jogging, and socialising well into the night.
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