The remains of at least 50 infants and six adults have been dumped at a graveyard in Trinidad and Tobago, police say. In a statement, the country's police service (TTPS) confirmed that the bodies were discovered in the town of Cumuto, approximately 40 km (25 miles) from the capital, Port of Spain, on Trinidad, the larger of the two islands forming the Caribbean nation.
Preliminary investigations indicate this may be a case of 'unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses.' The police have not determined whether there is a connection between this discovery and gang violence, which remains a significant issue in the nation, known for its high murder rate.
The remains of five adults—four men and two women—were found with identification tags, and two of those bodies showed signs of having undergone post-mortem examinations. Police commissioner Allister Guevarro labeled the discovery as 'deeply troubling,' emphasizing that any person or organization found to have violated proper handling protocols would be held accountable.
A renewed state of emergency, which provides law enforcement with expanded powers of search and arrest, has been in effect since March 2. The U.S. State Department has issued multiple travel advisories citing crime and 'a heightened risk of terrorism.' While violent crime has decreased significantly since 2024 due to ongoing security efforts, challenges persist throughout Trinidad and Tobago.
Preliminary investigations indicate this may be a case of 'unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses.' The police have not determined whether there is a connection between this discovery and gang violence, which remains a significant issue in the nation, known for its high murder rate.
The remains of five adults—four men and two women—were found with identification tags, and two of those bodies showed signs of having undergone post-mortem examinations. Police commissioner Allister Guevarro labeled the discovery as 'deeply troubling,' emphasizing that any person or organization found to have violated proper handling protocols would be held accountable.
A renewed state of emergency, which provides law enforcement with expanded powers of search and arrest, has been in effect since March 2. The U.S. State Department has issued multiple travel advisories citing crime and 'a heightened risk of terrorism.' While violent crime has decreased significantly since 2024 due to ongoing security efforts, challenges persist throughout Trinidad and Tobago.
