Crime Detection Rate Plummets Below 10% in Trinidad and Tobago, Justice System Under Scrutiny

July 18, 2025 – In Trinidad and Tobago, where violent crime continues to surge, a startling admission from the government has put the nation’s entire justice system under the microscope. With a crime detection rate now below 10%, there are growing fears that the country is losing its ability to bring criminals to justice. Here’s more from Reporter Jewel Greene-George.

This alarming statistic highlights the significant challenges facing law enforcement and the judiciary in effectively combating crime across the twin-island republic. Concerns are mounting about the implications of a low detection rate for public safety and confidence in the legal system.