SCHOOLGIRL AND BROTHER MURDERED

Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:19:00

Keston Joey Kervon Singh, 20, a security officer and his sister Shenelle Alisha Singh, 16, a student of the Mayaro Secondary School, were tonight chopped to death by a man known to them while at his home tonight, in New Grant.

Around 7:00 pm on Wednesday night, police responded to a report and found the lifeless bodies of the siblings, with chop wounds about their bodies.

Kervon lived at Nagee Road, Hindustan, New Grant while Shenelle lived at Peterhill Trace, Mayaro.

This is a developing news story.

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Pettier becomes the fourth person to hold the position in as many years. He assumed the acting role on December 1, 2023, following the resignation of Dr. Karrian Hepburn-Malcolm. Hepburn-Malcolm had succeeded Brandon Khan, who left in February 2023, while Khan had previously replaced A. Nicholas Sabga, who stepped down in June 2020.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“For the quarter ended September 30, 2024, Guardian Media Ltd generated revenues of $24.3 million, just $0.3 million (or 1%) lower than the third quarter of the prior year. 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Hinkson, who was reportedly armed with a cutlass, allegedly swung it at one of the constables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe officer defended himself by blocking the cutlass with his MP5 firearm but still sustained a laceration on his left hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite calls from the officers to drop the cutlass, Hinkson allegedly raised it again and attacked. 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Despite this, the report lamented that the approach has been underused in the Caribbean, even after being advocated at the Caricom crime conference held in Trinidad. It stated that while governments in the region have adopted \"tough on crime\" measures, these approaches have often led to unintended consequences. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe report noted that heavy-handed policing strategies, while leading to more arrests and drug seizures, have also eroded trust in the most affected communities. In some cases, these strategies have even resulted in extra-judicial violence. While there was no mention of extra-judicial killings in Trinidad and Tobago, St. Lucia has been placed under US Leahy Law sanctions for such actions by its police.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Trinidad and Tobago, efforts to arrest gang leaders have expanded, but the report indicated that this has resulted in gang splintering and increased violence as rival factions vie for territory and control of drug trafficking routes. The Strategic Services Agency (SSA) predicted in 2021 that this fragmentation would lead to a new wave of violent crime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmidst this, gangs in Trinidad and Tobago have diversified into activities such as fraud, money laundering, robbery, human smuggling, and illegal gambling, and have gained access to high-caliber firearms from local, US, and Venezuelan sources.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe report criticized the discontinuation of certain peace-seeking initiatives by the government. It highlighted the success of the *Resolve Enmity, Articulate Solutions, Organise Neighbourhoods (REASON)* initiative, which reduced homicides by 45% in 16 neighborhoods between 2015 and 2017, and *Building Blocks*, which curbed shootouts from 2020-2022 before being discontinued.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile official programs aimed at reducing violence have had mixed results, the report emphasized that gangland truces and ceasefires tend to be temporary and often followed by increases in retaliatory violence. It also pointed out that gang traditions in countries like Trinidad and Tobago date back to the mid-20th century, with many originating as \"self-help\" groups in low-income areas with limited state presence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe UNODC report also touched on the role of corrupt public officials in facilitating criminal activities. It stated that some Caribbean gangs have colluded with state actors and private businesses, sometimes gaining access to public contracts and avoiding prosecution in exchange for their services.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditionally, the report noted that some well-connected gangs have been involved in the transshipment of drugs, guns, and trafficked individuals, with support from politicians, customs officials, and police officers. According to the report, while smaller players are often charged and incarcerated, those higher up in the hierarchy often escape prosecution due to compromised legal systems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe report also shed light on the involvement of certain business and political elites in facilitating gang activities, particularly through trafficking and money laundering. This includes bribing customs officials to aid in the high-volume transshipment of cocaine from South America to North America and Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn terms of arms trafficking, the report suggested that some gangs in Trinidad and Tobago acquire weapons from local police and defense forces. Additionally, the presence of Trinidadian and Jamaican gang members in Florida and New York facilitates access to firearms, which are then smuggled back into the Caribbean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStreet 91.9FM continues to follow this developing story.","smalldesc":" Criminal gangs are being fueled not only by social isolation and corrupt officials but also ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Fri,06 Sep 2024 07:29:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725629361_IMG-7316.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725629361_IMG-7316.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390649","title":"Roy Cape has passed away.","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Legendary Trinidadian musician Dr. Roy Cape has passed away. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnown for his significant contributions to calypso and soca music, Roy Cape's legacy stretches far beyond his performances. He was the bandleader of the iconic Roy Cape All Stars, a group that played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of Trinidad and Tobago's carnival music. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCape, born in 1942, toured extensively throughout the Caribbean and internationally, releasing eight albums with his band and influencing generations of musicians through both his performances and educational efforts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Legend, Musician, Bandleader, Author, Educator \u0026 Philanthropist \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCape's impact on the local music scene was monumental. He worked with some of the biggest names in calypso and soca, and his contributions were recognized not only in the entertainment industry but also in academia. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe was an advocate for music education, supporting the University of Trinidad and Tobago's (UTT) efforts to formalize music studies, especially for young, aspiring musicians \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMay his soul rest in peace…","smalldesc":" Legendary Trinidadian musician Dr. Roy Cape has passed away. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnown for his ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 18:05:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725606367_IMG-7298.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725606367_IMG-7298.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390320","title":"YouTube Blogger \"Christ Must List\" Arrested for Money Laundering in Trinidad","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Christopher Hughes, the controversial YouTube blogger known as \"Christ Must List,\" has been arrested on charges of money laundering. Hughes was apprehended earlier today following an extensive investigation by Trinidad and Tobago authorities into financial activities linked to his online presence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHughes, widely known for his outspoken and often contentious content, is no stranger to legal trouble. In a previous high-profile case, he was charged with sedition for allegedly inciting violence and public unrest through inflammatory posts on his channel. The sedition case drew significant media attention and sparked a nationwide debate on freedom of speech in Trinidad and Tobago. Although the charges were eventually dropped, it solidified Hughes' reputation as a polarizing figure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow, with these new money laundering allegations, Hughes finds himself embroiled in yet another legal battle. Authorities have yet to provide full details, but reports suggest large sums of money were funneled through multiple accounts linked to Hughes' online ventures, triggering suspicion among law enforcement agencies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) has confirmed that Hughes is in custody and that further arrests may follow as the investigation deepens. No court date has been set, but Hughes is expected to face the charges in the coming days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs this story unfolds, it has once again divided public opinion. Some of Hughes’ supporters continue to stand by him, while others view this latest development as part of a pattern of questionable behavior.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*This is a developing story.*","smalldesc":" Christopher Hughes, the controversial YouTube blogger known as \"Christ Must List,\" has been ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 11:12:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725560523_5abc5341-9e3b-4eae-b80a-467aad4524ad.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725560523_5abc5341-9e3b-4eae-b80a-467aad4524ad.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390186","title":"SCHOOLGIRL AND BROTHER MURDERED","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Keston Joey Kervon Singh, 20, a security officer and his sister Shenelle Alisha Singh, 16, a student of the Mayaro Secondary School, were tonight chopped to death by a man known to them while at his home tonight, in New Grant. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAround 7:00 pm on Wednesday night, police responded to a report and found the lifeless bodies of the siblings, with chop wounds about their bodies. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKervon lived at Nagee Road, Hindustan, New Grant while Shenelle lived at Peterhill Trace, Mayaro. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a developing news story.","smalldesc":" Keston Joey Kervon Singh, 20, a security officer and his sister Shenelle Alisha Singh, 16, a ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:19:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725549583_c1e1b809-eddb-4aa5-9adc-af085b104411.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725549583_c1e1b809-eddb-4aa5-9adc-af085b104411.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390831","title":"Fitzgerald Hinds has denied allegations that he was responsible for the hiring of murdered North West Regional Health Authority (NWRHA) worker Jamal Watts.","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Fitzgerald Hinds has denied allegations that he was responsible for the hiring of murdered North West Regional Health Authority (NWRHA) worker Jamal Watts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a statement, Hinds expressed \"grave concern\" over what he described as an \"unfounded and libelous accusation\" circulating on social media.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe clarified, \"I have no connection with Mr. Watts' employment at the North West Regional Health Authority. Despite this erroneous claim, I acknowledge and respect Mr. Watts' lawful employment and his decision to engage in honest work rather than resort to criminal activity for income.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Minister also acknowledged the trauma health workers experienced, referencing the horrific killings that occurred at the Port of Spain General Hospital in June. He assured the public that \"the Ministry of National Security will collaborate with the Ministry of Health to provide support, including activities designed to bring relief to all staff at these institutions.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHinds further stated that the Government of Trinidad and Tobago has recognized violence as a public health emergency and remains committed to supporting the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service and other law enforcement agencies in their efforts to combat crime. The government also supports a wide range of civil society and community-based initiatives, including opportunities for youth training and development.","smalldesc":" Fitzgerald Hinds has denied allegations that he was responsible for the hiring of murdered ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:16:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628686_IMG-7312.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628686_IMG-7312.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390830","title":"Win for Prime Minister on Defamation Case","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"DR ROODAL MOONILAL THE MP FOR OROPOUCHE EAST AFTER LOSING A DEFAMATION LAWSUIT AGAINST THE PM DR ROWLEY CLAIMS THE FIGHT ISN’T OVER AFTER HIGH COURT JUSTICE CAROL GOBIN GAVE HER JUDGMENT AND DISMISSED THE CASE WITH COSTS.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMOONILAL SUED ROWLEY, ARGUING THOSE QUOTES WERE DEFAMATORY.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDR ROWLEY AND HIS ATTORNEYS, HOWEVER, ARGUED THAT THE STATEMENTS WERE NOT MADE SPECIFICALLY ABOUT MOONILAL. THEY ALSO SAID THE STATEMENTS COULD NOT REASONABLY BE UNDERSTOOD AS DEFAMATORY, ESPECIALLY WHEN READ INDIVIDUALLY OR EVEN AS A COMBINED TEXT.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eATTORNEYS ALSO ARGUED THE STATEMENTS WERE PART OF A PRIVATE CONVERSATION AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS FORMAL ACCUSATIONS.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE JUDGMENT SAID THE DEFENDANTS RELIED ON THE AVAILABLE DEFENCES, INCLUDING THAT MOONILAL FAILED TO ESTABLISH THE DEFAMATORY STATEMENTS THAT WERE SPOKEN OF AND CONCERNING HIM AND ALSO THE WORDS COMPLAINED OF WERE INCAPABLE OF BEING UNDERSTOOD IN THE MANNER CONTENDED BY HIM.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAMONG OTHER REASONS FOR THE DECISION, GOBIN SAID THAT IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO'S POLITICAL SPACE, ROBUST, COLOURFUL AND EVEN VULGAR LANGUAGE WAS COMMON AND \"THROWING BARBS\" OR PICONG HAPPENED ALL THE TIME.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHE ADDED, \"THESE STATEMENTS, SOMETIMES, GO BEYOND 'THROWING BARBS' AND INTO MORE SIGNIFICANT GENERAL STATEMENTS ALLEGING CORRUPTION BY SUPPORTERS OF THE OTHER SIDE.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHE SAID TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO WAS A SOCIETY THAT RECOGNIZED FREEDOM OF SPEECH AND EXPRESSION AS A CORE RIGHT, ESPECIALLY IN THE POLITICAL SPHERE.","smalldesc":" DR ROODAL MOONILAL THE MP FOR OROPOUCHE EAST AFTER LOSING A DEFAMATION LAWSUIT AGAINST THE PM ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:13:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628483_IMG-7311.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628483_IMG-7311.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390829","title":"The Ministry of Finance has announced that the current value of the Heritage and Stabilization Fund (HSF) is US$6 billion.","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"In a statement, the Ministry noted, \"In June 2022, the value of the HSF was US$4.7 billion, a decrease attributed to instability in the international financial system at that time.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Ministry added, \"Now, two years later, due to prudent management, the value of the HSF has increased to US$6 billion, representing a growth of US$1.3 billion.\"","smalldesc":" In a statement, the Ministry noted, \"In June 2022, the value of the HSF was US$4.7 billion, a ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:12:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628372_IMG-7310.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628372_IMG-7310.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389593","title":"TTPS Tobago Division Hosts \"Back to School Drive\" for Underprivileged Communities","link":"","articleLocation":"Tobago","desc":"The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) Tobago Division recently organized a “Back to School Drive” aimed at supporting underprivileged individuals across the island’s six station districts. This initiative reflects the TTPS’s ongoing commitment to fostering the development of Tobago, with a strong focus on education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe drive provided essential school supplies to children and families in need, helping to ensure that students are equipped to succeed in the upcoming school year. Officers across the division were actively involved in distributing the supplies, further strengthening the relationship between the police and the communities they serve.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe TTPS emphasized that this initiative is part of their broader mission to provide focused leadership and high-quality service to the citizens of Tobago. By prioritizing education, the TTPS aims to contribute to the island’s growth and future prosperity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tobago Division’s efforts have been widely appreciated, and the TTPS plans to continue partnering with the community to address local needs and promote a safer, more supportive environment for all residents.","smalldesc":" The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) Tobago Division recently organized a “Back to ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 11:24:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725467074_IMG-7238.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725467074_IMG-7238.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389586","title":"Developing Story: Shooting Incident on 4th Street, Upper 6th Avenue","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"A shooting occurred earlier today on 4th Street, Upper 6th Avenue, leaving one person injured. According to initial reports, the victim was shot and was promptly transported to the hospital by police officers who arrived swiftly on the scene.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails surrounding the circumstances of the shooting are still unclear, and authorities are actively investigating the incident. The condition of the victim has not yet been disclosed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a developing story, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.","smalldesc":" A shooting occurred earlier today on 4th Street, Upper 6th Avenue, leaving one person ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 10:14:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466510_a79534b9-522d-46f1-9b96-9ba4f0569f52.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466510_a79534b9-522d-46f1-9b96-9ba4f0569f52.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389585","title":"Shooting Incident at St. James Hospital Field","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"A man identified as Jamal Watts, 33, of Belmont, was shot and killed in a brazen daylight attack on the football field near the St. James Infirmary on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 10:30 AM while Watts, known by the nickname “Jammy,” was cutting the lawn on the field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to eyewitnesses, the occupants of a silver Hyundai Elantra approached Watts and fired several shots before fleeing the scene. Watts was rushed to the nearby St. James Infirmary, where he succumbed to his injuries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe area has been cordoned off as investigators from the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) continue to gather evidence. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and no arrests have been made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis incident has left the community in shock as authorities work to piece together the events leading up to the murder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis story is still developing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.","smalldesc":" A man identified as Jamal Watts, 33, of Belmont, was shot and killed in a brazen daylight ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 10:12:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466391_ed40bd42-8cae-4a57-a607-6ec2138d3b04.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725474051_IMG-7254.jpeg","summary":""},{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466391_ed40bd42-8cae-4a57-a607-6ec2138d3b04.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389588","title":"HOMICIDE IN SANTA CRUZ: MAN DIES DAYS AFTER BEING BEATEN","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"DAVANAND LATCHMAN who was allegedly beaten by his nephews on August 19, 2024 was afraid to make an official police report about the incident nor visit the hospital for treatment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis relative called the ambulance for him 7 days later where he succumbed to his injuries on August 31, 2024.","smalldesc":" DAVANAND LATCHMAN who was allegedly beaten by his nephews on August 19, 2024 was afraid to ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 09:18:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466716_IMG-7236.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466716_IMG-7236.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389587","title":"Recording Police is not a crime 90k Awarded for wrongful arrest","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"TWO men who were charged with obstructing police officers during the arrest of businessman Inshan Ishmael in 2017 will be compensated for being wrongfully arrested and detained for ten hours by the police.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn an oral ruling after a brief trial on September 3, Justice Frank Seepersad upheld the claims of Anzar Mohammed and Eisa Ghany, the owners of companies based at Barakah Grounds, at the Narsaloo Ramaya Marg Road, Chaguanas, who were on the compound when Ishmael was arrested on October 12, 2017. Each man will receive $90,000, plus interest and costs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey were arrested for obstructing the police, but their lawsuit contends that all they were doing was “merely recording the arrest from a distance.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey said they were unlawfully detained for ten hours, causing them financial losses, distress and inconvenience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter they were arrested and charged, the two received station bail. Then-deputy Director of Public Prosecutions George Busby eventually discontinued the case against them in the magistrates’ court.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe two testified at Tuesday’s trial. Attorneys Richard Jaggasar and Lutchmi Sookram represented them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso testifying were Snr Supt Richard Smith and Cpl Dharam Girwar for the State.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn his ruling, Seepersad said the evidence in the case raised a sense of disquiet with the court, as two “upstanding, law-abiding citizens” were arrested and detained for ten hours in circumstances devoid of merit or justification.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn his evidence, Smith said the men were inches away from him after Ishmael was arrested and this made him feel “unsafe.” He also said he had no malicious intent when he arrested them, but had formed the opinion they were obstructing him in the execution of his duty. He also said he had to continually speak to them about their proximity to him and the police vehicle with Ishmael. Smith also denied claims by the men that he used obscene language.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad said he had an issue reconciling the senior officer’s statements, since, according to the evidence, there were numerous police officers around and Smith was dressed in his khaki uniform, which would have signalled to bystanders he was a senior police officer, and “afforded him respect.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe judge said Smith’s version would have contained elements of an assault as defined in law, but neither man was charged with that offence. He also said Smith’s version was “unlikely and improbable” and none of the other officers on the scene were called as witnesses to corroborate what took place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad said his disquiet was compounded by the fact that the men’s rights were interfered with by the laying of a charge that should not have been proffered. He said the rights of freedom of movement and security of one’s person were fundamental and were jealously guarded by the court.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad acknowledged that the police had a difficult task to discharge but they must do so within reason and in a measured manner. He said these powers must be cautiously exercised and must be fair, especially if the public is to respect the police.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The level of co-operation the police need to tackle criminal activity will not be forthcoming where there is overstep and overreach of authority.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis, he said, would undermine the police’s efforts in trying to partner with the public against criminal elements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad also renewed a call for errant police officers to pay court-awarded compensation, rather than the State.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Until people are affected by their pockets, behavioural patterns would not be revisited and adjusted.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe judge also reminded that videotaping events in a public place, particularly involving the police, was not a criminal offence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs he referred to the chorus of calls for police to wear body cameras, Seepersad said these would protect the police. He also said officers could not feel threatened by people recording them, since almost everyone had a cell phone and almost every action could be captured, and this should serve as a check and balance on how the police exercise their power.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith, in his affidavit, said while he was not the officer in charge of investigations involving Ishmael, he suggested she get statements from the businessman. He said on October 12, 2017, he was the senior officer at the Divali Nagar site next to Barakah grounds, and officers were instructed to detain Ishmael if he was there.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe said after not hearing from them, he and other officers went to Barakah grounds, when he saw Ishmael and arrested him. He claimed Ishmael began shouting and calling on people to record what was happening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith also said he had to use “necessary force” to get Ishmael into the police vehicle even as he called on onlookers to “tape” the police’s actions. Two of the onlookers who began recording were Mohammed and Ghany.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith said he was uncomfortable with the two men’s proximity and unable to properly concentrate on the arrest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe claimed the men shouted, “All yuh too wicked! Leave the man!” during Ishmael’s arrest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe men denied this in their testimony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a separate ruling in May 2022, Seepersad ruled in Ishmael’s favour in his wrongful arrest and malicious prosecution lawsuit stemming from the October 2017 arrest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe held that the police acted maliciously when officers laid three charges against Ishmael without reasonable or probable cause.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the charges was laid after the limitation period for doing so had expired, Seepersad had pointed out. He awarded compensation, which was to be quantified.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn October 2017, Ishmael was charged with possession of a firearm and ammunition to endanger life, as well as common assault. Those offences were alleged to have taken place on April 2 of that year at the ASJA compound, Caroni Savannah Road, Charlieville.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn July 2020, a Chaguanas magistrate dismissed all the charges against him after upholding a no-case submission by Ishmael’s attorneys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad said from the evidence before the court, the police had no basis to arrest Ishmael and detain him on October 12, as they had done.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“It is unacceptable that the State proceeded to act in that manner and proffered the three charges against the claimant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The absence of reasonable and probable cause and the very engagement of the claimant, the way he was handled, the proffering of the charge of common assault outside of the limitation period are all circumstances from which this court can and does infer that this prosecution was actuated by improper motive,” said the judge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe State was represented by Kadine Matthew and Candice Alexander.","smalldesc":" TWO men who were charged with obstructing police officers during the arrest of businessman ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 08:15:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466609_IMG-7235.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466609_IMG-7235.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"388785","title":"Denise Belfon Honored with Outstanding Citizen and Cultural Ambassador Award in New York City","link":"","articleLocation":"New York","desc":"Denise Belfon, widely known as the \"Soca Queen,\" has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to the art form of Soca music with the prestigious Outstanding Citizen and Cultural Ambassador Award in New York City. This honor highlights her enduring impact on Caribbean culture and her role as a cultural ambassador for Trinidad and Tobago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBelfon, whose career spans over two decades, has become a household name in the Soca music industry, renowned for her powerful performances, unique voice, and energetic stage presence. Her work has not only entertained audiences globally but also played a significant role in promoting Caribbean culture on the international stage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe award was presented in recognition of her dedication to the art form, her influence in shaping Soca music, and her efforts in promoting Caribbean culture through her performances and collaborations. Belfon’s music, which often blends traditional Soca with other genres, has been instrumental in broadening the appeal of Soca music and introducing it to new audiences around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDenise Belfon continues to inspire both established and up-and-coming artists within the genre, and this award underscores her status as a cultural icon and ambassador for Soca music. Her contribution to the cultural landscape of Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean community remains invaluable, and this accolade is a testament to her lasting legacy.","smalldesc":" Denise Belfon, widely known as the \"Soca Queen,\" has been recognized for her exceptional ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Tue,03 Sep 2024 08:14:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725376485_IMG-7181.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725376485_IMG-7181.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0}]}],"page":{"blog_pagename":"News","blog_seoData":"[{\"metaTitle\":\"Street News\",\"metaKeywords\":\"StreetNews\",\"metaDescription\":\"Stay updated with Street 91.9 FM's latest news, music, and interviews—tune in anytime for the freshest local and global updates!\",\"ctaText\":\"Explore\",\"pageUrl\":\"streetnews\"}]","blog_iapEnable":"Off","iapCredType":"New","blog_pageicon":"iconz-news","blog_pageiconimgtype":"library","identifire":"blog","blog_page_icon_bgcolor":"#faca69","blog_autoLogin":"NO","blog_autoPublish":"NO","minimumRequiredField":"19","word_class_1":"icon-wordpress-1","word_rss_label_1":"WordPress","wordpressCount":"1","blogger_class_1":"icon-blogger","blog_rss_label_1":"Blogger","bloggerUrlCount":"1","feedburner_class_1":"icon-fire-station","burn_rss_label_1":"Feedburner","rssFeedburnerUrlCount":"1","tumbler_class_1":"icon-tumblr","tumbler_rss_label_1":"Tumblr","tumblerCount":"1","customBlogCount":"1","custom_blog_class_1":"iconz-newspaper","custom_blog_name_1":"Street News","medium_class_1":"payement-medium-blog","medium_rss_label_1":"Medium","mediumCount":"1","blog_pageStyleList":"[{\"backgroundImg\":\"\",\"bgColor\":\"\",\"backgroundCustomImg\":\"\",\"backgroundIpadimg\":\"\",\"backgroundType\":\"library_image\",\"landscapeCheckbox\":\"YES\",\"bgApply\":\"NO\",\"layout\":\"2\",\"headingColor\":\"#0aa8f0\",\"headingSize\":\"smallHeading\",\"headingFont\":\"cp-Merriweather\",\"headingIndent\":\"left\",\"contentColor\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"contentSize\":\"mediumContent\",\"contentFont\":\"cp-Merriweather\",\"contentIndent\":\"left\",\"listColor\":\"rgba(46,46,46,0.75)\",\"hideDate\":\"NO\",\"hideImage\":\"NO\",\"apply\":\"YES\",\"hideBorder\":0,\"borderColor\":null}]","blog_enable_share":"On","blog_enable_share_content":"On","languageSetting":"{\"select_font_size\":\"Select font size\",\"small\":\"Small\",\"normal\":\"Normal\",\"large\":\"Large\",\"cancel\":\"Cancel\"}","id":"15486776","pageIndex":3,"versionLoadSection":1,"blog_pageId":"blog_1724194347638_12","blog_iapsubData":"","updatedon":1737571828,"version_page":10,"isAIPage":0},"settings":{"enableShare":"1","enableComments":"0","enableCommentsAuto":"1","enableCategoryAlpha":"3","enableShareContent":"1"},"pageIdentifire":"blog_1724194347638_12","pageId":"blog","pageUrl":"streetnews","iapStatus":false,"pageKey":{"folderKey":null,"autoLogin":"NO","pageIdentifierBecon":"blog_1724194347638_12","pageNewid":"News","pageUrl":"streetnews","pageid":"blog","premium":0,"webIconName":"https://api.appexecutable.com/pageTheme/imglist/entertainment-blog.jpg","iapStatus":false,"version":10},"appid":"6da0ede77230","config":{"appName":"www.street919fm.news","deviceId":"a4dc8c003fc043dd4551bb1f1026db33","version":"197","userAgent":"Mozilla/5.0 AppleWebKit/537.36 (KHTML, like Gecko; compatible; ClaudeBot/1.0; +claudebot@anthropic.com)","type":"cf","appPwa":0,"device":"desktop","profileImage":"/images/user-pic.png","userid":null,"geolocation":{"latitude":0,"longitude":0},"token":null,"jwtToken":"eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJhcHBJZCI6IjZkYTBlZGU3NzIzMCIsImRvbWFpbiI6Ind3dy5zdHJlZXQ5MTlmbS5uZXdzIiwiZGV2aWNlSWQiOiIwM2FkZjE0Yzk1NDAwZmZhZjM1ODgzNTBmNTdmNjcwOSIsImRldmljZVR5cGUiOiJQV0EiLCJpYXQiOjE3NDIwMTMyNDJ9.IT30jNLjpEsbphQpcRBmx6kEtRyVs2sClJNFFLh3kho"},"deviceId":"a4dc8c003fc043dd4551bb1f1026db33","singlePage":true},"response":{"identifire":"customblog","name":"Street News","isMedia":"","iconName":"iconz-newspaper","iconType":"icon","data":[{"id":"415658","title":"Guardian Media posts $10.2m loss","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Guardian Media Ltd (GML) has reported a total comprehensive loss of $10.2 million for the nine months ending September 30, 2024, marking its third consecutive quarter of losses this year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to these financial results, GML announced the official appointment of Gerhard Pettier as managing director after serving in an acting capacity for the past 11 months. Pettier becomes the fourth person to hold the position in as many years. He assumed the acting role on December 1, 2023, following the resignation of Dr. Karrian Hepburn-Malcolm. Hepburn-Malcolm had succeeded Brandon Khan, who left in February 2023, while Khan had previously replaced A. Nicholas Sabga, who stepped down in June 2020.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“For the quarter ended September 30, 2024, Guardian Media Ltd generated revenues of $24.3 million, just $0.3 million (or 1%) lower than the third quarter of the prior year. Despite this, our loss before tax decreased by $1.5 million or 29% compared to the same period in 2023,” GML Chairman Peter Clarke stated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This improvement in quarterly performance was driven by our strong efforts to attract and retain revenue through our innovative multimedia products, high-value offers, and disciplined management of controllable expenses,” he added.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the first nine months of 2024, year-to-date revenues reached $72.02 million, a slight increase over the $71.93 million recorded for the same period in 2023. “The current year-to-date loss before tax of $10.414 million is $5.8 million, or 36%, less than the pre-tax loss of $16.218 million for the corresponding period in 2023,” Clarke stated.","smalldesc":" Guardian Media Ltd (GML) has reported a total comprehensive loss of $10.2 million for the ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,06 Nov 2024 11:30:00","contentImg":"https://api.appexecutable.com/images/no-image.jpg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://api.appexecutable.com/images/no-image.jpg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":1},{"id":"415657","title":"Cop blocks chop with his submachine gun, kills attacker","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Mayaro Man Fatally Shot by Police After Alleged Attack on Officer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Mayaro man, who allegedly attacked a police officer with a cutlass, was fatally shot by officers in the early hours of Wednesday.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe deceased has been identified as Gabriel Hinkson, 39, of Guayaguayare Road.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to a police report, around 3 a.m., officers from the Mayaro CID went to a garden camp approximately 150 feet along an agricultural access road off Food Crop Road Double Bridge, on Guayaguayare Road in Mayaro.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolice were searching for Hinkson, who was wanted for a recent report of malicious damage to property.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpon arrival at a house, the officers announced their presence. Hinkson, who was reportedly armed with a cutlass, allegedly swung it at one of the constables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe officer defended himself by blocking the cutlass with his MP5 firearm but still sustained a laceration on his left hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite calls from the officers to drop the cutlass, Hinkson allegedly raised it again and attacked. In line with the use of force policy, the officer discharged his firearm, and Hinkson was shot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe police team transported him to the Mayaro District Hospital, where they arrived at 3:25 a.m. However, Hinkson died while receiving treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eASP Beharry and Insp Ramkissoon responded to the scene, and investigations are ongoing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStay tuned to The Street 91.9FM for updates on this developing story.","smalldesc":" Mayaro Man Fatally Shot by Police After Alleged Attack on Officer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Mayaro man, who ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,06 Nov 2024 11:28:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1730906921_Screen-Shot-2024-11-06-at-11-28-50-AM.png","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1730906921_Screen-Shot-2024-11-06-at-11-28-50-AM.png","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"391890","title":"Christopher \"Chris Must List\" Hughes Detained Again Amid Money Laundering Allegations","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Four months after his initial arrest by officers of the Special Investigation Unit (SIU), Christopher “Chris Must List” Hughes has been detained once more—this time in connection with allegations that he and/or his electronic devices may have been involved in money laundering activities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to police sources, Hughes was apprehended at the Diego Martin home of attorney Criston Williams, where he was required to stay as part of his bail conditions. Earlier today, police seized several electronic devices, including his Apple laptop, iPhone, portable hard drive, and GoPro camera, as part of the ongoing money laundering investigation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 45-year-old Hughes is currently facing charges related to making a seditious publication, to which he has pleaded not guilty. His trial is set for January, and if convicted, he could face a $3,000 fine or up to two years in prison. He is currently out on $100,000 bail.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHughes was initially arrested in May, at which time his electronic devices were also confiscated. After being charged, his former attorney Pamela Elder SC requested that the police return the devices while retaining the memory cards. It remains unclear if this request was fulfilled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHughes is currently being questioned by SIU officers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the days leading up to his last court appearance, Hughes revealed that he had fired his attorneys, Pamela Elder SC and Russell Warner, citing an invoice of nearly $50,000 USD for two appearances. At his most recent court appearance, Warner confirmed that both Elder and he had withdrawn from the case. Former attorney general Anand Ramlogan, who had been representing Hughes pro bono on behalf of the Canadian Embassy, also withdrew his services.","smalldesc":" Four months after his initial arrest by officers of the Special Investigation Unit (SIU), ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Sat,07 Sep 2024 01:38:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725773961_IMG-7470.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725773961_IMG-7470.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"391018","title":"Atlanta-born rapper Rich Homie Quan is dead.","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"He passed away at his Atlanta home on Thursday 5th September 2024 at age 33.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich Homie Quan's family tells TMZ Hip Hop they are shattered and heartbroken by his sudden death. No cause of death has been reported and they're desperately searching for answers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn Dequantes Lamar in Atlanta, RHQ first burst onto the scene in 2013 with his instant classic hit, \"Type of Way\" ... and followed through with fan favorites in \"Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)\" and \"Ride Out.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRHQ died Thursday in his Atlanta home, according to his family and a rep for the Fulton County morgue.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTMZ obtained the 911 call from Rich Homie Quan's death, and his girlfriend tells the dispatcher the rapper is not breathing and does not have a heartbeat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShe also revealed he was unresponsive on a couch in their home when she called 911 and started foaming at the mouth when she tried to move him.","smalldesc":" He passed away at his Atlanta home on Thursday 5th September 2024 at age 33.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Fri,06 Sep 2024 13:04:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725649489_IMG-7354.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725649489_IMG-7354.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390875","title":"Suspect in Sibling Murders Arrested, Begs Police for His Life","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Vishnu Badal, 35, the prime suspect in the brutal murders of siblings Keston Joey Kervon Singh, 20, and his sister Shenelle Alisha Singh, 17, has been arrested by police. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe siblings were found hacked to death at Badal’s residence. It is believed that Badal and Shenelle were involved in a relationship at the time of the murders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpon his arrest, a relative reported that Badal pleaded with the police, begging them not to kill him. 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Despite this, the report lamented that the approach has been underused in the Caribbean, even after being advocated at the Caricom crime conference held in Trinidad. It stated that while governments in the region have adopted \"tough on crime\" measures, these approaches have often led to unintended consequences. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe report noted that heavy-handed policing strategies, while leading to more arrests and drug seizures, have also eroded trust in the most affected communities. In some cases, these strategies have even resulted in extra-judicial violence. While there was no mention of extra-judicial killings in Trinidad and Tobago, St. Lucia has been placed under US Leahy Law sanctions for such actions by its police.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Trinidad and Tobago, efforts to arrest gang leaders have expanded, but the report indicated that this has resulted in gang splintering and increased violence as rival factions vie for territory and control of drug trafficking routes. The Strategic Services Agency (SSA) predicted in 2021 that this fragmentation would lead to a new wave of violent crime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmidst this, gangs in Trinidad and Tobago have diversified into activities such as fraud, money laundering, robbery, human smuggling, and illegal gambling, and have gained access to high-caliber firearms from local, US, and Venezuelan sources.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe report criticized the discontinuation of certain peace-seeking initiatives by the government. It highlighted the success of the *Resolve Enmity, Articulate Solutions, Organise Neighbourhoods (REASON)* initiative, which reduced homicides by 45% in 16 neighborhoods between 2015 and 2017, and *Building Blocks*, which curbed shootouts from 2020-2022 before being discontinued.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile official programs aimed at reducing violence have had mixed results, the report emphasized that gangland truces and ceasefires tend to be temporary and often followed by increases in retaliatory violence. It also pointed out that gang traditions in countries like Trinidad and Tobago date back to the mid-20th century, with many originating as \"self-help\" groups in low-income areas with limited state presence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe UNODC report also touched on the role of corrupt public officials in facilitating criminal activities. It stated that some Caribbean gangs have colluded with state actors and private businesses, sometimes gaining access to public contracts and avoiding prosecution in exchange for their services.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditionally, the report noted that some well-connected gangs have been involved in the transshipment of drugs, guns, and trafficked individuals, with support from politicians, customs officials, and police officers. According to the report, while smaller players are often charged and incarcerated, those higher up in the hierarchy often escape prosecution due to compromised legal systems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe report also shed light on the involvement of certain business and political elites in facilitating gang activities, particularly through trafficking and money laundering. This includes bribing customs officials to aid in the high-volume transshipment of cocaine from South America to North America and Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn terms of arms trafficking, the report suggested that some gangs in Trinidad and Tobago acquire weapons from local police and defense forces. Additionally, the presence of Trinidadian and Jamaican gang members in Florida and New York facilitates access to firearms, which are then smuggled back into the Caribbean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStreet 91.9FM continues to follow this developing story.","smalldesc":" Criminal gangs are being fueled not only by social isolation and corrupt officials but also ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Fri,06 Sep 2024 07:29:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725629361_IMG-7316.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725629361_IMG-7316.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390649","title":"Roy Cape has passed away.","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Legendary Trinidadian musician Dr. Roy Cape has passed away. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnown for his significant contributions to calypso and soca music, Roy Cape's legacy stretches far beyond his performances. He was the bandleader of the iconic Roy Cape All Stars, a group that played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of Trinidad and Tobago's carnival music. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCape, born in 1942, toured extensively throughout the Caribbean and internationally, releasing eight albums with his band and influencing generations of musicians through both his performances and educational efforts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Legend, Musician, Bandleader, Author, Educator \u0026 Philanthropist \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCape's impact on the local music scene was monumental. He worked with some of the biggest names in calypso and soca, and his contributions were recognized not only in the entertainment industry but also in academia. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe was an advocate for music education, supporting the University of Trinidad and Tobago's (UTT) efforts to formalize music studies, especially for young, aspiring musicians \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMay his soul rest in peace…","smalldesc":" Legendary Trinidadian musician Dr. Roy Cape has passed away. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnown for his ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 18:05:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725606367_IMG-7298.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725606367_IMG-7298.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390320","title":"YouTube Blogger \"Christ Must List\" Arrested for Money Laundering in Trinidad","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Christopher Hughes, the controversial YouTube blogger known as \"Christ Must List,\" has been arrested on charges of money laundering. Hughes was apprehended earlier today following an extensive investigation by Trinidad and Tobago authorities into financial activities linked to his online presence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHughes, widely known for his outspoken and often contentious content, is no stranger to legal trouble. In a previous high-profile case, he was charged with sedition for allegedly inciting violence and public unrest through inflammatory posts on his channel. The sedition case drew significant media attention and sparked a nationwide debate on freedom of speech in Trinidad and Tobago. Although the charges were eventually dropped, it solidified Hughes' reputation as a polarizing figure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow, with these new money laundering allegations, Hughes finds himself embroiled in yet another legal battle. Authorities have yet to provide full details, but reports suggest large sums of money were funneled through multiple accounts linked to Hughes' online ventures, triggering suspicion among law enforcement agencies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) has confirmed that Hughes is in custody and that further arrests may follow as the investigation deepens. No court date has been set, but Hughes is expected to face the charges in the coming days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs this story unfolds, it has once again divided public opinion. Some of Hughes’ supporters continue to stand by him, while others view this latest development as part of a pattern of questionable behavior.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*This is a developing story.*","smalldesc":" Christopher Hughes, the controversial YouTube blogger known as \"Christ Must List,\" has been ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 11:12:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725560523_5abc5341-9e3b-4eae-b80a-467aad4524ad.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725560523_5abc5341-9e3b-4eae-b80a-467aad4524ad.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390186","title":"SCHOOLGIRL AND BROTHER MURDERED","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Keston Joey Kervon Singh, 20, a security officer and his sister Shenelle Alisha Singh, 16, a student of the Mayaro Secondary School, were tonight chopped to death by a man known to them while at his home tonight, in New Grant. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAround 7:00 pm on Wednesday night, police responded to a report and found the lifeless bodies of the siblings, with chop wounds about their bodies. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKervon lived at Nagee Road, Hindustan, New Grant while Shenelle lived at Peterhill Trace, Mayaro. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a developing news story.","smalldesc":" Keston Joey Kervon Singh, 20, a security officer and his sister Shenelle Alisha Singh, 16, a ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:19:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725549583_c1e1b809-eddb-4aa5-9adc-af085b104411.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725549583_c1e1b809-eddb-4aa5-9adc-af085b104411.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390831","title":"Fitzgerald Hinds has denied allegations that he was responsible for the hiring of murdered North West Regional Health Authority (NWRHA) worker Jamal Watts.","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"Fitzgerald Hinds has denied allegations that he was responsible for the hiring of murdered North West Regional Health Authority (NWRHA) worker Jamal Watts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a statement, Hinds expressed \"grave concern\" over what he described as an \"unfounded and libelous accusation\" circulating on social media.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe clarified, \"I have no connection with Mr. Watts' employment at the North West Regional Health Authority. Despite this erroneous claim, I acknowledge and respect Mr. Watts' lawful employment and his decision to engage in honest work rather than resort to criminal activity for income.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Minister also acknowledged the trauma health workers experienced, referencing the horrific killings that occurred at the Port of Spain General Hospital in June. He assured the public that \"the Ministry of National Security will collaborate with the Ministry of Health to provide support, including activities designed to bring relief to all staff at these institutions.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHinds further stated that the Government of Trinidad and Tobago has recognized violence as a public health emergency and remains committed to supporting the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service and other law enforcement agencies in their efforts to combat crime. The government also supports a wide range of civil society and community-based initiatives, including opportunities for youth training and development.","smalldesc":" Fitzgerald Hinds has denied allegations that he was responsible for the hiring of murdered ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:16:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628686_IMG-7312.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628686_IMG-7312.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390830","title":"Win for Prime Minister on Defamation Case","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"DR ROODAL MOONILAL THE MP FOR OROPOUCHE EAST AFTER LOSING A DEFAMATION LAWSUIT AGAINST THE PM DR ROWLEY CLAIMS THE FIGHT ISN’T OVER AFTER HIGH COURT JUSTICE CAROL GOBIN GAVE HER JUDGMENT AND DISMISSED THE CASE WITH COSTS.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMOONILAL SUED ROWLEY, ARGUING THOSE QUOTES WERE DEFAMATORY.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDR ROWLEY AND HIS ATTORNEYS, HOWEVER, ARGUED THAT THE STATEMENTS WERE NOT MADE SPECIFICALLY ABOUT MOONILAL. THEY ALSO SAID THE STATEMENTS COULD NOT REASONABLY BE UNDERSTOOD AS DEFAMATORY, ESPECIALLY WHEN READ INDIVIDUALLY OR EVEN AS A COMBINED TEXT.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eATTORNEYS ALSO ARGUED THE STATEMENTS WERE PART OF A PRIVATE CONVERSATION AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS FORMAL ACCUSATIONS.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE JUDGMENT SAID THE DEFENDANTS RELIED ON THE AVAILABLE DEFENCES, INCLUDING THAT MOONILAL FAILED TO ESTABLISH THE DEFAMATORY STATEMENTS THAT WERE SPOKEN OF AND CONCERNING HIM AND ALSO THE WORDS COMPLAINED OF WERE INCAPABLE OF BEING UNDERSTOOD IN THE MANNER CONTENDED BY HIM.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAMONG OTHER REASONS FOR THE DECISION, GOBIN SAID THAT IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO'S POLITICAL SPACE, ROBUST, COLOURFUL AND EVEN VULGAR LANGUAGE WAS COMMON AND \"THROWING BARBS\" OR PICONG HAPPENED ALL THE TIME.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHE ADDED, \"THESE STATEMENTS, SOMETIMES, GO BEYOND 'THROWING BARBS' AND INTO MORE SIGNIFICANT GENERAL STATEMENTS ALLEGING CORRUPTION BY SUPPORTERS OF THE OTHER SIDE.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHE SAID TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO WAS A SOCIETY THAT RECOGNIZED FREEDOM OF SPEECH AND EXPRESSION AS A CORE RIGHT, ESPECIALLY IN THE POLITICAL SPHERE.","smalldesc":" DR ROODAL MOONILAL THE MP FOR OROPOUCHE EAST AFTER LOSING A DEFAMATION LAWSUIT AGAINST THE PM ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:13:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628483_IMG-7311.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628483_IMG-7311.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"390829","title":"The Ministry of Finance has announced that the current value of the Heritage and Stabilization Fund (HSF) is US$6 billion.","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"In a statement, the Ministry noted, \"In June 2022, the value of the HSF was US$4.7 billion, a decrease attributed to instability in the international financial system at that time.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Ministry added, \"Now, two years later, due to prudent management, the value of the HSF has increased to US$6 billion, representing a growth of US$1.3 billion.\"","smalldesc":" In a statement, the Ministry noted, \"In June 2022, the value of the HSF was US$4.7 billion, a ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Thu,05 Sep 2024 09:12:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628372_IMG-7310.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725628372_IMG-7310.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389593","title":"TTPS Tobago Division Hosts \"Back to School Drive\" for Underprivileged Communities","link":"","articleLocation":"Tobago","desc":"The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) Tobago Division recently organized a “Back to School Drive” aimed at supporting underprivileged individuals across the island’s six station districts. This initiative reflects the TTPS’s ongoing commitment to fostering the development of Tobago, with a strong focus on education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe drive provided essential school supplies to children and families in need, helping to ensure that students are equipped to succeed in the upcoming school year. Officers across the division were actively involved in distributing the supplies, further strengthening the relationship between the police and the communities they serve.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe TTPS emphasized that this initiative is part of their broader mission to provide focused leadership and high-quality service to the citizens of Tobago. By prioritizing education, the TTPS aims to contribute to the island’s growth and future prosperity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tobago Division’s efforts have been widely appreciated, and the TTPS plans to continue partnering with the community to address local needs and promote a safer, more supportive environment for all residents.","smalldesc":" The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) Tobago Division recently organized a “Back to ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 11:24:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725467074_IMG-7238.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725467074_IMG-7238.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389586","title":"Developing Story: Shooting Incident on 4th Street, Upper 6th Avenue","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"A shooting occurred earlier today on 4th Street, Upper 6th Avenue, leaving one person injured. According to initial reports, the victim was shot and was promptly transported to the hospital by police officers who arrived swiftly on the scene.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails surrounding the circumstances of the shooting are still unclear, and authorities are actively investigating the incident. The condition of the victim has not yet been disclosed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a developing story, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.","smalldesc":" A shooting occurred earlier today on 4th Street, Upper 6th Avenue, leaving one person ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 10:14:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466510_a79534b9-522d-46f1-9b96-9ba4f0569f52.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466510_a79534b9-522d-46f1-9b96-9ba4f0569f52.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389585","title":"Shooting Incident at St. James Hospital Field","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"A man identified as Jamal Watts, 33, of Belmont, was shot and killed in a brazen daylight attack on the football field near the St. James Infirmary on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 10:30 AM while Watts, known by the nickname “Jammy,” was cutting the lawn on the field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to eyewitnesses, the occupants of a silver Hyundai Elantra approached Watts and fired several shots before fleeing the scene. Watts was rushed to the nearby St. James Infirmary, where he succumbed to his injuries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe area has been cordoned off as investigators from the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) continue to gather evidence. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and no arrests have been made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis incident has left the community in shock as authorities work to piece together the events leading up to the murder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis story is still developing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.","smalldesc":" A man identified as Jamal Watts, 33, of Belmont, was shot and killed in a brazen daylight ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 10:12:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466391_ed40bd42-8cae-4a57-a607-6ec2138d3b04.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725474051_IMG-7254.jpeg","summary":""},{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466391_ed40bd42-8cae-4a57-a607-6ec2138d3b04.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389588","title":"HOMICIDE IN SANTA CRUZ: MAN DIES DAYS AFTER BEING BEATEN","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"DAVANAND LATCHMAN who was allegedly beaten by his nephews on August 19, 2024 was afraid to make an official police report about the incident nor visit the hospital for treatment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis relative called the ambulance for him 7 days later where he succumbed to his injuries on August 31, 2024.","smalldesc":" DAVANAND LATCHMAN who was allegedly beaten by his nephews on August 19, 2024 was afraid to ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 09:18:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466716_IMG-7236.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466716_IMG-7236.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"389587","title":"Recording Police is not a crime 90k Awarded for wrongful arrest","link":"","articleLocation":"Trinidad","desc":"TWO men who were charged with obstructing police officers during the arrest of businessman Inshan Ishmael in 2017 will be compensated for being wrongfully arrested and detained for ten hours by the police.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn an oral ruling after a brief trial on September 3, Justice Frank Seepersad upheld the claims of Anzar Mohammed and Eisa Ghany, the owners of companies based at Barakah Grounds, at the Narsaloo Ramaya Marg Road, Chaguanas, who were on the compound when Ishmael was arrested on October 12, 2017. Each man will receive $90,000, plus interest and costs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey were arrested for obstructing the police, but their lawsuit contends that all they were doing was “merely recording the arrest from a distance.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey said they were unlawfully detained for ten hours, causing them financial losses, distress and inconvenience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter they were arrested and charged, the two received station bail. Then-deputy Director of Public Prosecutions George Busby eventually discontinued the case against them in the magistrates’ court.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe two testified at Tuesday’s trial. Attorneys Richard Jaggasar and Lutchmi Sookram represented them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso testifying were Snr Supt Richard Smith and Cpl Dharam Girwar for the State.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn his ruling, Seepersad said the evidence in the case raised a sense of disquiet with the court, as two “upstanding, law-abiding citizens” were arrested and detained for ten hours in circumstances devoid of merit or justification.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn his evidence, Smith said the men were inches away from him after Ishmael was arrested and this made him feel “unsafe.” He also said he had no malicious intent when he arrested them, but had formed the opinion they were obstructing him in the execution of his duty. He also said he had to continually speak to them about their proximity to him and the police vehicle with Ishmael. Smith also denied claims by the men that he used obscene language.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad said he had an issue reconciling the senior officer’s statements, since, according to the evidence, there were numerous police officers around and Smith was dressed in his khaki uniform, which would have signalled to bystanders he was a senior police officer, and “afforded him respect.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe judge said Smith’s version would have contained elements of an assault as defined in law, but neither man was charged with that offence. He also said Smith’s version was “unlikely and improbable” and none of the other officers on the scene were called as witnesses to corroborate what took place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad said his disquiet was compounded by the fact that the men’s rights were interfered with by the laying of a charge that should not have been proffered. He said the rights of freedom of movement and security of one’s person were fundamental and were jealously guarded by the court.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad acknowledged that the police had a difficult task to discharge but they must do so within reason and in a measured manner. He said these powers must be cautiously exercised and must be fair, especially if the public is to respect the police.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The level of co-operation the police need to tackle criminal activity will not be forthcoming where there is overstep and overreach of authority.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis, he said, would undermine the police’s efforts in trying to partner with the public against criminal elements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad also renewed a call for errant police officers to pay court-awarded compensation, rather than the State.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Until people are affected by their pockets, behavioural patterns would not be revisited and adjusted.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe judge also reminded that videotaping events in a public place, particularly involving the police, was not a criminal offence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs he referred to the chorus of calls for police to wear body cameras, Seepersad said these would protect the police. He also said officers could not feel threatened by people recording them, since almost everyone had a cell phone and almost every action could be captured, and this should serve as a check and balance on how the police exercise their power.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith, in his affidavit, said while he was not the officer in charge of investigations involving Ishmael, he suggested she get statements from the businessman. He said on October 12, 2017, he was the senior officer at the Divali Nagar site next to Barakah grounds, and officers were instructed to detain Ishmael if he was there.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe said after not hearing from them, he and other officers went to Barakah grounds, when he saw Ishmael and arrested him. He claimed Ishmael began shouting and calling on people to record what was happening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith also said he had to use “necessary force” to get Ishmael into the police vehicle even as he called on onlookers to “tape” the police’s actions. Two of the onlookers who began recording were Mohammed and Ghany.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith said he was uncomfortable with the two men’s proximity and unable to properly concentrate on the arrest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe claimed the men shouted, “All yuh too wicked! Leave the man!” during Ishmael’s arrest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe men denied this in their testimony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a separate ruling in May 2022, Seepersad ruled in Ishmael’s favour in his wrongful arrest and malicious prosecution lawsuit stemming from the October 2017 arrest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe held that the police acted maliciously when officers laid three charges against Ishmael without reasonable or probable cause.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the charges was laid after the limitation period for doing so had expired, Seepersad had pointed out. He awarded compensation, which was to be quantified.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn October 2017, Ishmael was charged with possession of a firearm and ammunition to endanger life, as well as common assault. Those offences were alleged to have taken place on April 2 of that year at the ASJA compound, Caroni Savannah Road, Charlieville.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn July 2020, a Chaguanas magistrate dismissed all the charges against him after upholding a no-case submission by Ishmael’s attorneys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeepersad said from the evidence before the court, the police had no basis to arrest Ishmael and detain him on October 12, as they had done.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“It is unacceptable that the State proceeded to act in that manner and proffered the three charges against the claimant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The absence of reasonable and probable cause and the very engagement of the claimant, the way he was handled, the proffering of the charge of common assault outside of the limitation period are all circumstances from which this court can and does infer that this prosecution was actuated by improper motive,” said the judge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe State was represented by Kadine Matthew and Candice Alexander.","smalldesc":" TWO men who were charged with obstructing police officers during the arrest of businessman ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Wed,04 Sep 2024 08:15:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466609_IMG-7235.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725466609_IMG-7235.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0},{"id":"388785","title":"Denise Belfon Honored with Outstanding Citizen and Cultural Ambassador Award in New York City","link":"","articleLocation":"New York","desc":"Denise Belfon, widely known as the \"Soca Queen,\" has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to the art form of Soca music with the prestigious Outstanding Citizen and Cultural Ambassador Award in New York City. This honor highlights her enduring impact on Caribbean culture and her role as a cultural ambassador for Trinidad and Tobago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBelfon, whose career spans over two decades, has become a household name in the Soca music industry, renowned for her powerful performances, unique voice, and energetic stage presence. Her work has not only entertained audiences globally but also played a significant role in promoting Caribbean culture on the international stage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe award was presented in recognition of her dedication to the art form, her influence in shaping Soca music, and her efforts in promoting Caribbean culture through her performances and collaborations. Belfon’s music, which often blends traditional Soca with other genres, has been instrumental in broadening the appeal of Soca music and introducing it to new audiences around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDenise Belfon continues to inspire both established and up-and-coming artists within the genre, and this award underscores her status as a cultural icon and ambassador for Soca music. Her contribution to the cultural landscape of Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean community remains invaluable, and this accolade is a testament to her lasting legacy.","smalldesc":" Denise Belfon, widely known as the \"Soca Queen,\" has been recognized for her exceptional ...","accessStatus":"public","pubdate":"Tue,03 Sep 2024 08:14:00","contentImg":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725376485_IMG-7181.jpeg","mediaGallary":[{"type":"image","imageUrl":"https://d2wuvg8krwnvon.cloudfront.net/media/user_space/6da0ede77230/blog/listImage_1725376485_IMG-7181.jpeg","summary":""}],"totalComments":"0","featured":0}]},"match":{"hostname":"www.street919fm.news","page":"streetnews","category":"390186"}}},"page":"/[...slug]","query":{"slug":["streetnews/390186"]},"buildId":"1234567890","isFallback":false,"dynamicIds":[4916],"customServer":true,"gip":true,"scriptLoader":[]}