National Security Minister Fitzgerald Hinds has issued three detention orders under the emergency powers regulations, targeting individuals allegedly linked to violent gang activity and crime.

The orders, dated February 12, authorise the preventive detention of Sterling Walcott, Akhim Ravello, and Tyereeke Williamson, citing threats to public safety and national security.

Walcott of Richardson Trace, Pepper Village, Fyzabad, has been identified as the leader of the Oropouche Gang, which operates within the Oropouche district and surrounding areas.