Two suspects were arrested during an anti-crime operation conducted by Central Division police on January 16, 2026. Under Regulation 390 of the Emergency Powers Regulations, officers conducted searches at residences of known priority offenders and areas known for illegal narcotics sales between 1 pm and 6 pm. One suspect was arrested for possession of cocaine, while the second was arrested for possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. The operation was coordinated by senior officers and involved members of the Central Division Task Force Area North, the Canine Unit, and the TT Regiment. Investigations are continuing into the matter.
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This is the 1st seizures reported in Chaguanas in 2026.
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Trinidad & Tobago Weekly Crime Report - January 16, 2026Following a sharp 30% increase in total incidents, Trinidad and Tobago recorded a significant surge in violent property crime between January 10–16, 2026. The data reveals 70 total incidents, highlighted by a 250% spike in home invasions and major police seizures in Beetham Gardens and Diego Martin.