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One man has been arrested and a cache of illegal ammunition and cannabis seized following a police-involved shooting in the North Eastern Division last night.
Reports indicate officers were on mobile patrol around 10:45 pm on Sunday 28 June 2026 when they received information about a suspicious vehicle in the Pax Vale, Santa Cruz district. Upon arrival, officers observed the vehicle which allegedly sped off prompting a pursuit with sirens and emergency lights activated.
During the chase the vehicle was intercepted along Positive Street where an armed occupant reportedly exited the rear and fired two shots at the police vehicle. In accordance with the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service Use of Force Policy an officer returned fire in the direction of the assailant who fled into an empty parcel of land and escaped.
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