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 found in the town of Cumuto, located about 40km (25 miles) from the capital Port of Spain on Trinidad - one of the two islands forming the Caribbean nation. A preliminary investigation indicates it may be a case of an unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses. The link between this tragic event and gang-related violence prevalent in the region remains unclear, with Trinidad and Tobago experiencing one of the highest murder rates in Latin America and the Caribbean.
The police statement noted that among the adults found, five - four men and two women - had identification tags, while two exhibited signs of having undergone post-mortem examinations. Police Commissioner Allister Guevarro described the discovery as deeply troubling and assured the public that any individual or institution responsible for this violation would be held fully accountable. A renewed state of emergency has been in effect since March 2, granting police extended powers of search and arrest in light of ongoing crime challenges. The US state department previously issued multiple travel advisories due to crime and a heightened risk of terrorism in Trinidad and Tobago. Despite a reported drop in violent crime since 2024 due to security efforts, challenges persist throughout the country.
The police statement noted that among the adults found, five - four men and two women - had identification tags, while two exhibited signs of having undergone post-mortem examinations. Police Commissioner Allister Guevarro described the discovery as deeply troubling and assured the public that any individual or institution responsible for this violation would be held fully accountable. A renewed state of emergency has been in effect since March 2, granting police extended powers of search and arrest in light of ongoing crime challenges. The US state department previously issued multiple travel advisories due to crime and a heightened risk of terrorism in Trinidad and Tobago. Despite a reported drop in violent crime since 2024 due to security efforts, challenges persist throughout the country.
