Chief Justice appoints new member to Emergency Powers Review Tribunal

Chief Justice,Ivor Archie, has appointed Major (Retired) Arden D. Williams to the Emergency Powers Review Tribunal, replacing Kent Samlal. The Tribunal now comprises Chairman Mr David Alexander, Member Ms Shivangelie Ramoutar, and Member Major (Ret.) Williams. The vacancy was revealed yesterday as the Judiciary responded to a legal challenge over its composition.  Reputed gang leader […]

Petit Valley man killed in deadly home ambush

A Petit Valley man was killed on last night in an ambush at his home. The victim was identified as Wendell Charles of Capildeo Lands, Sita Drive, off Pioneer Drive, Petit Valley. Several residents expressed shock and horror over the killing, saying Charles was a “pastor” and well liked in the community. Residents reported hearing […]

Firearm and ammunition seized in Chaguanas

Officers of the National Special Operations Unit (NSOU) seized a firearm and ammunition during a targeted operation in Chaguanas yesterday. Between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Friday, police focused on locating priority offenders, wanted persons, and individuals of interest within the Central Division Chaguanas Police Station district.  Acting on information from the public about […]

City Corporation worker charged with fraud and laundering

A Port of Spain City Corporation employee has been charged with fraud and money laundering following an investigation by the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service’s (TTPS) Financial Investigations Branch (FIB). Police said the probe began in September 2024 after an accountant at the Corporation discovered discrepancies in the payroll system.  Checks revealed that National Insurance […]