The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) confirms that investigators probing the police-involved shooting death of Joshua Samaroo, which occurred on January 20th, 2026, at the corner of College Road and Dookiesingh Street, St. Augustine, have received further direction following consultation with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).

Commissioner of Police, Allister Guevarro, speaking during a media briefing today, stated that after review of the investigative file and consultation with the DPP, investigators were directed to proceed with aseries of criminal charges arising out of the events which unfolded on that day.

The Commissioner, however, emphasised that at this stage no individual is currently in custody or formally charged in connection with the matter.