A beachgoer successfully thwarted a robbery and seized a firearm from one of his attackers, while a separate anti-drug operation resulted in the seizure of cannabis and drug-related items in Tobago yesterday.

On Saturday, 30th May, 2026, in the first incident, which occurred around 1:30 p.m. at Back Bay Beach, Mt. Irvine, a 67-year-old man of Londonville, Chaguanas, was resting in his silver Toyota Voxy motor vehicle when he was approached by two masked men, one of whom was armed with a firearm.

The armed suspect entered the vehicle, announced a hold-up and robbed the victim of TT$1,000 from his wallet. During the robbery, the suspect reportedly placed the firearm on the seat. The victim immediately grabbed the weapon, causing both suspects to flee into nearby bushes.