A man is believed to have been killed by a trap gun while digging for yams in a forest in Arima, sometime between Saturday night (23rd March, 2024) and early Sunday morning. The deceased has been identified as 22-year-old Kerron Ross of Maturita Extension, Bypass Road, Arima.
According to reports, Ross went into a forest on Saturday, located North off Maturita Extension, with a 40-year-old neighbour to dig for yams. However, around 2:00 PM, Ross reportedly left the man near a river and went further inside the forest. After approximately two (2) hours, the man realized that Ross did not return and went to another location to continue digging for yams.
Around 1:00 AM on Sunday morning, the neighbor left the forest and visited Ross’ family to confirm whether or not he had returned home. The neighbor was told he was not there. A search was subsequently mounted and Ross’ lifeless body was found a mile into the forest, with a wound to his head. A report was made to the Police and a party of Officers along with the District Medical Officer (DMO) responded to the scene. Police later found a 12-gauge trap gun with a spent casing approximately six (6) feet from where Ross’ body was located. PC Williams of the Arima Police Station is probing the incident. More on this as it becomes available. [Source: Ian Alleyne]
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The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) is advising motorists and members of the general public of traffic restrictions along Campo Street, Santa Cruz. This is in order to facilitate sewer pipeline installation works.
Motorists are asked to proceed with caution and to obey the instructions of the Traffic Control Officers on duty in the vicinity of the job-site, or use an alternative route where possible. For further information or assistance, please contact WASA's Customer Call Centre, toll free at 800-4420/800-4426. The Authority thanks the public for their patience and understanding.
A bandit is dead after he was shot by an off-duty Police Officer in Curepe on Sunday night (24th March, 2024). The deceased has been identified as 20-year-old Ferdan Thomas of East Grove, Curepe.
According to reports, Thomas attempted to rob a man at gunpoint along Lyndon Street, around 8:00 PM. However, the potential victim was actually an off-duty Police Officer, who became fearful for his life and drew his firearm. Using the TTPS’ Use of Force policy, the Officer shot at Thomas.
The 20-year-old was hit several times and died on the scene. The Officer notified his colleagues at the St. Joseph Police Station of what transpired and Officers from the Northern Division responded to the scene.
Police said a loaded firearm was found near Thomas’ body.
Investigations are continuing. More on this as it becomes available. [Source: Loop] The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of Diego Martin, Arima and Cunupia on Tuesday (26th March, 2024). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works.
According to T&TEC, the affected areas in Diego Martin, Arima and Cunupia are as follows: DIEGO MARTIN (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM)
ARIMA (8:30 AM to 3:00 PM)
CUNUPIA (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
T&TEC says it regrets the inconvenience which may be caused by these interruptions. UNC Calls For Retraction, Apology From CNC3 Over ‘False, Misleading Quote’ By Jason ‘JW’ Williams25/3/2024 The United National Congress (UNC) said it “strongly objects to members of the media falsely putting words in the mouth of our Political Leader, the Hon. Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC and presenting it as fact.” This from UNC Public Relations Officer, Dr. Kirk Meighoo, in a lengthy Media Release issued today (Monday 25th March, 2024).
According to Dr. Meighoo, “On CNC3’s Morning Brew Programme on Monday, March 25, 2024, host Jason ‘JW’ Williams — defeated former PNM candidate for San Juan/Barataria in 2020 — wrongly ascribed malicious statements to Mrs. Persad-Bissessar.” Dr. Meighoo said Mr. Williams stated the following: I’m actually looking at what your political leader said. Your leader, she would have mentioned ‘wannabes, cowards and outcasts.’ That is what — the adjectives used to describe Mr. Paray and his team who are challenging and basically saying you know what, let’s have the internals. She said ‘wannabes, cowards and outcasts.’ Dr. Meighoo continued, “This is totally false and misleading. At no time did the UNC Political Leader ever utter the words ‘cowards and outcasts.’ At a News Conference on Friday, March 22, 2024, Mrs. Persad-Bissessar, when questioned by the media on the issue at hand, said: Our party is a strong, a very strong party. We remain committed to the party’s constitution and to the laws of the land. And thirdly, you know, we have some wannabes. I wish them good luck and say we remain committed to the party’s constitution. We follow the party’s constitution. Notably, this correct quote was carried in the sister newspaper of CNC3, in an article by reporter Otto Carrington, published in the Guardian on Saturday, March 23, 2024 (https://guardian.co.tt/news/kamla-wannabes-ambitions-outweigh-their-talents-6.2.1957414.4141817719). In light of this false, misleading quote being attributed to Mrs. Persad-Bissessar, the UNC calls for CNC3 to retract, apologize, and correct the record with equal prominence, in accordance with the tenets of responsible journalism, which invokes the strictest adherence to truth, fairness and accuracy.” Dr. Meighoo added, “The second issue is ongoing media reports, based on false utterances by some individuals, that the UNC has taken a decision to not hold its internal elections for the party’s National Executive. Notably, the UNC’s Political Leader, nor any other member of the National Executive, has made any public statement in this regard. In fact, Mrs. Persad-Bissessar has stressed that the party will adhere to its constitution at all times, stating, repeatedly in the public domain that: We remain committed to the party’s constitution and to the laws of the land. We follow the party’s constitution. The issue therefore does not arise. By making these false claims that internal elections have been delayed, when they have not been, these individuals are sowing confusion. We call on them to cease. Thirdly, the UNC takes note of some individuals calling for leadership elections and a change of leadership. The party wishes to clarify that leadership elections for the post of Political Leader are not due until 2025, according to the party’s constitution. In the last leadership election, in 2022, Mrs. Persad-Bissessar convincingly won a resounding mandate from the UNC membership.” The Media Release concluded by saying, “We affirm that members have a right to support whomever they wish for leader, and to contest leadership themselves. However, making public declarations against the constitutionally-elected leader of the UNC, outside of the internal elections process, only serves to destabilize the party. We call on these members to cease from engaging in such activities and work together in unity, constitutionally, to defeat the PNM and secure Trinidad and Tobago.” More on this as it becomes available.
To honour the memory of its late Founder, Richard Harford, all Mario's Pizza restaurants will be closed on Tuesday (26th March, 2024). According to Mario’s, the funeral service will be held at The Church of Assumption, Long Circular Road, Maraval, on Tuesday at 9:30 AM.
Mario’s added, “Richard's passion for creating delicious pizzas and bringing people together will be deeply missed.” Harford passed away early Friday morning (22nd March, 2024), among his family, in the comfort of his bed in Fairways, Maraval, his family previously said in a statement. He died just fourteen (14) days before his 80th birthday.
Below is a tribute to Richard Harford from Mario’s:
Richard Harford, affectionately known as 'Big Slice,' embodied the essence of greatness in every aspect of his being. More than just the Founder of Mario's Pizzeria, he was a visionary, a beacon of inspiration, and a pillar of strength in Trinidad and Tobago's culinary landscape. His larger-than-life persona was matched only by his boundless generosity, unwavering integrity, and profound kindness. As a pioneering entrepreneur, Richard blazed trails with his relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation. In 1972, he transformed a humble ice cream shop into the nation's first local pizza parlour, forever changing the culinary landscape of our beloved country. Mario's Pizzeria quickly became synonymous with quality, authenticity, and local tastes, a testament to Richard's indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to perfection. Richard's dedication to his business and employees was unparalleled. His tireless work ethic, coupled with his meticulous attention to detail, ensured that every aspect of Mario's operation reflected his unwavering standards of excellence. Despite facing formidable challenges, including competition from international conglomerates, Richard's resilience and tenacity propelled Mario's to unprecedented heights of success, with twenty-two (22) thriving locations across Trinidad and expansion into Guyana. Yet, amidst his remarkable achievements, Richard remained grounded in humility and compassion. He touched countless lives with his boundless generosity, extending his hand to those in need and fostering a sense of belonging within the Mario's family and the wider community. His legacy of kindness and empathy continues to inspire us all. As we bid farewell to 'Big Slice,' we do not mourn the loss of an entrepreneur; we celebrate the enduring legacy of a visionary leader, a beloved mentor, and a cherished friend and a loving father. Richard Harford's contributions to our culinary heritage and his profound impact on our lives will forever be etched in our hearts and minds. Farewell, dear friend, your spirit lives on in every slice of Mario's pizza, a testament to your enduring legacy of excellence and compassion. More on this as it becomes available. A Venezuelan man is dead following a stabbing incident on Saturday night (23rd March, 2024) in Macoya. The deceased has been identified as Dalien Velasquez.
According to reports, Velasquez was brought to the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex in Mt. Hope, shortly before 10:00 PM. He was bleeding from multiple stab wounds. Doctors attempted to save Velasquez's life, however, he succumbed to his wounds shortly after his arrival. Investigators were told that prior to his arrival at the Hospital, Velasquez had been involved in an altercation in Macoya, off the Eastern Main Road, during which he was stabbed several times about the body. The suspects are said to be “Spanish-speaking nationals.” Investigations are continuing. More on this as it becomes available. [Source: Loop] A man is dead following a shooting incident in San Juan on Saturday night (23rd March, 2024). The deceased has only been identified as ‘Brandon’ thus far.
According to reports, residents along Laventille Road heard a series of loud explosions around 8:15 PM, and upon investigating, they found a man lying on the ground in a pool of blood. At the time he showed signs of life. Police and Emergency Health Services were notified. The injured man was taken to the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex where he was treated. However, he succumbed to his injuries. Investigations are continuing. More on this as it becomes available. [Source: Loop]
The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in ascertaining the identity of a woman who was found wandering in Port-of-Spain on Sunday (24th March, 2024), by Officers of the Besson Street Police Station.
Anyone with information is asked to contact WPC Yearwood at the Besson Street Police Station at 612-0102, ext. 12996 or 339-3542, 555, or 800-TIPS.
No further information was provided by the TTPS.
More on this as it becomes available. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries (MALF), earlier today (Sunday 24th March, 2024) between the hours of 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM, an exercise was conducted by Officers of the Praedial Larceny Squad (PLS) and the Game Wardens of the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries. This exercise took place in the vicinity of the Tarouba Link Road, Duncan Village and Penal.
In a Media Release, MALF said Inspector Haspoodeen and Mr. Seepersad, Game Warden II, accompanied by Mr. Mohan, Assistant Conservator of Forests, were part of this exercise. “Similar to the last routine exercise, vendors were educated on the consequences of the illegal importation of animals and animal products.” MALF notes that during this morning’s exercise, several butchers were also interviewed and “notable improvements of the conditions of the slaughtering areas were reported. Officers were also pleased to report that no wild meat was seen and there was a total absence of the goats that were suspected to be illegally imported.” Senator the Honourable Kazim Hosein, Minister of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries, commends the hard work and dedication of the Officers from the PLS and the Forestry Division, as they continue to conduct unplanned visits across the length and breadth of Trinidad, saying, “I want to thank the Officers of the Ministry for putting country first and doing their part to ensure that citizens obey the Conservation of Wildlife Act and in so doing, discourage any illegal wildlife trade. He further warned, “Individuals who breach the law are being warned as there are serious consequences for the sale of illegally-acquired livestock.” The Media Release concluded by saying, “Members of the public continue to be urged to report activities of illegal importation of animals and animal products as these pose a severe threat to human health and safety. Similar exercises are planned for the near future.” |
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