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The weekend has indeed been an unwelcomed one, with reports of at least eleven (11) murders, including the discovery of three (3) bullet-riddled bodies in a car in Carapo, three (3) shot dead in Cunupia, and in a third unrelated incident, skeletal remains were found in a vehicle in Claxton Bay which had been set ablaze.
However, the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) said in a Media Release on Sunday (29th January 2023) that it “continues to work assiduously to investigate the recent murders, pursuing several strong leads.” According to the TTPS, “As it relates to the Central Division murders, our early indicators suggest there are connecting features, which suggest that the same group of individuals are responsible for these acts. Our investigators are pursuing further leads.” As it relates to the triple murders in Carapo, the TTPS notes that gang activities in that area “continue to engage our attention and we are pursuing certain leads.” In the North Eastern Division, which includes Morvant and Blanchisseuse, the TTPS said their information indicates these murders “were as a result of disputes between community members. Our investigators are working feverishly on the ground to bring the perpetrators to justice.” With respect to the burnt body in the vehicle at Claxton Bay, the body remains unidentified, however, the TTPS said preliminary investigations revealed that the said vehicle was reported stolen earlier this month, from the Eastern Division. Meanwhile, investigators are currently working with relatives to ascertain a possible motive for the report of homicide in the Sangre Grande district, where the victim was a businessman. The TTPS added, “The prevalence of illegal guns in our communities is a central focus of the Service and the Commissioner of Police, Ag. Erla Christopher, is directing strategies, targeting the influx of firearms.” Acting Commissioner Christopher said, “We are not daunted by the unfortunate and disturbing spate of violence over this weekend. We will continue to intensify our crackdown on gangs to break the hold of the deadly gang culture and criminality, that leaves a trail of death and despair within our communities. What we may be witnessing is the storm before the calm, as the TTPS will continue to use its resources to supress these gangs and other criminal activities. We will not stop applying pressure on those who are determined to disrupt and strike fear in the lives of all law-abiding citizens. We will keep up the fight. God's willing, we will succeed.” We are a small operation. If you've found our articles to be informative, please consider supporting us via PayPal or buying us a coffee. Your contribution is incredibly appreciated and goes a long way. Simply sharing our articles also helps us. Sign up for our free WhatsApp Alerts to be notified as soon as we post breaking news. NEW! Check out our Merchandise Store for high-quality t-shirts, hats and more!
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