A 65-year-old partially blind pensioner was robbed at his home in Preysal Village, Couva on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at approximately 9:30 p.m. The victim was seated in his wheelchair in his bedroom watching television when two unidentified men entered through an open front door. One intruder pressed a cold object believed to be a weapon against the victim's left hand and demanded a pouch hidden under his pillow. The suspects made off with approximately TT$17,000 in cash, two gold wedding bands, and a mobile phone valued at TT$250. The suspects exited through the front door and escaped. Police are investigating the incident.
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This is the 2nd home invasion reported in Preysal in 2025.
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Safe Haven Status — Preysal
Stay Alert Even in Safe Areas: Home invasions are rare here, but the habits that prevent them — locking up while at home, not opening gates without verifying callers, keeping yard lighting functional — are worth maintaining year-round.
Safety Top Percentile: Preysal ranks in the top 10% for safety within the city, maintaining a consistently lower-than-average incident rate over the last 12 months.
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