Trinidad and Tobago Police Service
Coverage of Trinidad and Tobago Police Service in the Nexus archive.
- Failed robbery on small Caribbean island of Tobago spawns memes and Batman references
A failed robbery attempt in Tobago saw suspects using a backhoe to steal a cash machine, but their efforts ended in failure after the equipment malfunctioned. One suspect, resembling Batman in attire, was captured on camera tripping during the botched heist, which went viral and inspired memes and media jokes.
- State of emergency declared as US warns travelers to reconsider visiting popular getaway
The U.S. Department of State advises Americans to reconsider traveling to Trinidad and Tobago due to rising crime and terrorism risks. A state of emergency, declared March 2, suspends bail and grants police expanded search powers, while specific areas in Port of Spain and rural regions are flagged as dangerous. Locals express concern over the deteriorating safety situation.