A Point Fortin man and a woman were arrested on August 8 after a sting operation, dubbed Operation Strike Point, led by the Anti-Extortion Unit (AEU).

The exercise was conducted by members of the AEU, National Special Operations Unit, and the Air Support Unit, following a report of demanding money by menaces.

According to the report, $10,000 was allegedly demanded by the suspects, who threatened that if the money was not paid, the victim’s vehicle would be burnt. The victim was instructed to obtain the cash and meet at a supermarket car park on Point Fortin Main Road.