Police-Involved Shooting In Chaguaramas Leaves One Dead, Two In Custody

Police are currently investigating a police-involved shooting which occurred during the early hours of Monday 21st September, 2026, at the Military Museum, Western Main Road, Chaguaramas.

According to initial reports, at approximately 2:55 a.m., Ag. Sgt Garcia, PC Rogers and PC Narine responded to a report of men on the premises of the Military Museum.

Upon arrival, the officers encountered three persons, two males and one female on the south-eastern side of the compound. Initial information indicates that during the encounter, one of the males came through a gate and allegedly lunged at the officers while holding a knife. In response to the perceived threat, one of the officers discharged his service firearm, striking the male suspects.