TEN individuals have been named in preventive detention orders (PDOs) published on Thursday afternoon, resulting in the detention of multiple individuals identified as being involved in organised criminal activity.

The detainees were linked to organised crime groups operating in areas including Port of Spain, East Dry River, St Joseph, Caparo, Siparia, Penal and La Romaine. The activities outlined in the orders included murders, shootings, armed robberies, extortion, narcotics trafficking, firearm distribution, motor vehicle larceny and gang-related violence.

All ten PDOs were signed by the Minister of Homeland Security, Roger Alexander, in accordance with Paragraph 2 of the Schedule to the Emergency Powers Regulations of 2026.