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T&T launches canine training course to strenghten firearm detection, border security The Ministry of Homeland Security officially launched a high-level, two-week Canine Training Course on Firearms, Components, and Ammunition Detection on

It aims to equip canine units and their handlers with internationally certified skills in scent detection, tactical deployment, and interdiction of illegal arms at high-risk points such as airports, ports, and border crossings.

T&T holds high level regional discussions on security Minister of Homeland Security, Roger Alexander, recently held extensive and productive discussions with his Jamaican counterpart, Dr Horace Chang, Deputy

The press release said that the meeting “solidified the bonds of friendship between T&T and Jamaica, and set the tone for a strengthened partnership on security matters during Jamaica’s tenure as Chair of CARICOM."

Samuel Paul, 35, of Mayaro, has been charged with murder and firearm possession following a June 17 incident. www.loopnews.com/content/ma...

Soldier's vehicle broken into, camouflage gear stolen A member of the Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force reported that his vehicle was broken into and items stolen while parked at the Woodford Lodge

The police were notified and a statement was taken.

Touchstone announces Cascadura-5 well drilling results Touchstone Exploration Incorporated (Touchstone) has announced that it has drilled the Cascadura-5 development well–located on the Ortoire block–to a

Touchstone has an 80 per cent operating working interest in the well, with Heritage Petroleum Company Limited holding the remaining 20 per cent.

Temporary status to be removed from roughly 80,000 Hondurans, Nicaraguans after 25 years in US WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is ending the temporary status for nearly 80,000 Hondurans and Nicaraguans that has allowed them to live and

The notices are part of a wider effort by the current administration to make good on campaign promises to carry out mass deportations of immigrants.

Weekend accidents claim the lives of Penal man and Gasparillo woman Two individuals lost their lives in separate road traffic accidents on Saturday. The victims have been identified as 63-year-old Mathura Ramlogan of Old

The Penal man died after being pinned and dragged by a truck near his residence.

D'Abadie man reportedly kidnapped for ransom Police are investigating a report of kidnapping for ransom involving a 35-year-old man from Piarco Old Road, Redhill, D’Abadie. According to police, the

The victim's sister reportedly gave in to a demand from the kidnapper and 'paid' a $15,000 ransom; however, her brother was not freed.

Man escapes with life after being attacked by gun wielding suspect A 34-year-old man narrowly escaped injury after a gunman opened fire on him outside his home in Malabar. Police reported that around 9:35pm on Sunday, the

The suspect reportedly came within arm’s length of the victim, pointed the firearm at him, and threatened him before fleeing when a police vehicle approached.

Security guard assaulted and robbed while on duty at Secondary School A 25-year-old security guard was assaulted and robbed while on duty at Malick Secondary School. According to reports, shortly before midnight on Saturday,

One of the suspects struck the victim on his left thigh with an iron object, choked him, and demanded the cafeteria keys.

Gunman attacks group in Tunapuna, teenager shot in the leg Police are investigating a shooting in Tunapuna that left a 19-year-old man nursing a gunshot wound. The victim of Upper Fairley Street, Tunapuna, told

Crime scene investigators processed the area and recovered six spent 9mm shells.

Elderly man found dead in drain after leaving wake in Talparo A 71-year-old man was found dead in a drain along Las Mercedes Trace, Talparo, on Sunday. The deceased has been identified as Sunny Janet from Joseph

He left the wake on his bicycle around 4am on Sunday.

Valencia man shot dead, two teens injured in early morning ambush Police are investigating a shooting incident in Valencia that left a 39-year-old man dead and two young men wounded on Sunday. The deceased has been

Crime scene investigators recovered 35 shell casings at the location.

Thunderstorm activity to favour T&T this week If the Saharan dust affected you over the weekend, then you may be glad to know that though there’s still some present in the atmosphere, its strength has

The TTMS says the axis of a tropical wave is approaching and the weather associated with it will begin to affect us by tomorrow morning.

Malabar man killed in drive by shooting, 'TTR' marked shell found at the scene A 33-year-old man lost his life in a drive-by shooting that took place in Arima on Saturday night. The victim, identified as Reakel Bailey of Highly

Officers processed the shooting site and recovered forty-seven 9mm shell casings—including one marked “TTR 15”—as well as three damaged bullets, a fragment, and a license plate.

Gunshot wound to the head, man found dead in Nelson Street A man was shot and killed on Nelson Street, Port of Spain, on Sunday. The deceased is yet to be identified. Police reported that shortly after 2pm,

The deceased is yet to be identified.

14-year-old boy killed, man injured in Belmont shooting spree Police are seeking the public's assistance in finding those responsible for a shooting incident on Friday, which resulted in a 14-year-old boy being shot

The boy was a student of Success Laventille Secondary.

72-year-old Delivery driver among two robbed in San Juan Two men were robbed at knife-point while seated in a delivery truck at First Street, San Juan on Friday afternoon. Police reported that at about

The men were in the vicinity of the old Republic Bank building when they were approached by three suspects- a woman with a knife, a man who appeared to be holding a gun, and a teenage girl, also armed with a knife.

Vendor robbed of gold chain, teen arresed for the crime A fruit vendor from Laventille was robbed of his gold chain while operating his stall along Saddle Road, San Juan on Friday. Police reported that around

The vendor was at his stall when the teen approached, pretended to be a customer, and after requesting several fruits, grabbed the vendor’s gold chain, valued at $6,000, and ran off.

The Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) is a collaborative initiative launched during the 2023 G20 Summit in New Delhi, spearheaded by India. www.loopnews.com/content/tt...

Fired CEPEP worker voted for UNC, says Gonzales Former utilities minister and Arouca/Lopinot MP Marvin Gonzales has condemned what he said is the “most evil and most spiteful government” in the

Al-Rawi also hinted ominously at things he said the public should be concerned about but that he couldn’t speak about at this time.

Mother of three shot and killed in Enterprise A 34-year-old mother of three was shot and killed at Gibbs Street, Enterprise, Chaguanas on Friday. The deceased has been identified as Valene Vanessa

The incident happened on Friday night.

Man's car destroyed by fire, police suspect arson Police are investigating a report where a 22-year-old man from Wallerfield, Arima, said that his car was damaged by fire. Police said the man secured his

The man and his family members managed to extinguish the flames before officers from the Arima Fire Station arrived and assessed the vehicle.

Man stuck in traffic in Sealots robbed at gunpoint A 48-year-old man was robbed at gunpoint and shot at while stuck in traffic along Production Drive, Sealots. Police say that around 8:30am on Friday, the

The man had just driven off from Furness Trinidad Limited, with an envelope containing cash, when he was approached by three suspects.

Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica discussed trade, immigration, and security cooperation at bilateral talks in Montego Bay. www.loopnews.com/content/tt...

BRICS group condemns increase of tariffs in summit overshadowed by Middle East tensions RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The BRICS bloc of developing nations on Sunday condemned the increase of tariffs and attacks on Iran, but refrained from naming US

Trump, in a post on his social media platform late Sunday, said any country that aligns itself with what he termed “the Anti-American policies of BRICS” would be levied an added 10 per cent tariff.

What to know about the flash floods in Texas that killed more than 80 people KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — Flash floods in Texas killed at least 82 people over the Fourth of July holiday weekend and left others still missing, including

On Sunday, officials walked out of a news briefing after reporters asked them again about delays in alerts and evacuations.

WASA officials toured key facilities, meeting with residents and councillors to discuss upcoming water supply upgrades. www.loopnews.com/content/ma...

Watch: Whale shark spotted in Chaguaramas Trinidad and Tobago's rich and diverse wealth of marine life was in display on Saturday after a video was shared online showing a whale shark in

Whale sharks are gentle creatures and not known to be aggressive toward humans.

12 arrested during warrant exercise in Siparia The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) continues its strategic operations aimed at improving public safety with execution of Operation Street

The TTPS said 14 warrants were executed resulting in the arrest of 12 people.