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TTPS investigates seven bomb threats reported across Trinidad and Tobago

By Sheri-kae McLeod··1 min read
TTPS investigates seven bomb threats reported across Trinidad and Tobago
Key Points(5)
  • The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service is investigating seven bomb threats reported at locations across the country on Wednesday.
  • The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) said the threats were received through different mediums and concerned several government and public facilities.
  • Investigations into the reports are ongoing.
  • Police urged members of the public to remain calm, avoid areas where police operations are taking place and comply with instructions from law enforcement personnel.
  • The TTPS said further information would be provided when appropriate.

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service is investigating seven bomb threats reported at locations across the country on Wednesday.

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) said the threats were received through different mediums and concerned several government and public facilities.

The locations named in the reports were:

  • Arima Magistrates’ Court
  • Princes Town Magistrates’ Court
  • Chaguanas Magistrates’ Court
  • Kent House, Ministry of Rural Development and Local Government
  • Siparia Magistrates’ Court
  • Sangre Grande Magistrates’ Court
  • Valpark Shopping Plaza

The TTPS said it immediately activated relevant security protocols, heightened its security posture and deployed officers to conduct necessary checks at the affected locations.

Investigations into the reports are ongoing.

Police urged members of the public to remain calm, avoid areas where police operations are taking place and comply with instructions from law enforcement personnel.

The TTPS said further information would be provided when appropriate.

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