Senior Superintendent Earl Ellie Warns of Child Gang Recruitment

January 10, 2025 – While most 12-year-old children at the Standard Five level in Tobago are busy preparing for the Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA), Senior Superintendent Earl Ellie has expressed concern that a troubling number are being recruited into gangs. He noted that this trend is a serious issue that demands attention from all sectors of society. He urged parents and the wider community to stay vigilant in protecting children from the influence of criminal elements, emphasizing that a collaborative approach is crucial to securing the well-being of the island’s youth.