uly 1, 2026 — In a proactive move to drive positive development and mentorship for local teenagers, the Community Oriented Policing Section (COPS) and the Tourism Oriented Police Section (TOPS) have joined forces with officers at the Shirvan Road Police Station to launch a dedicated youth care outreach initiative.
The joint Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) programme reflects an intensified strategic focus on grassroots youth empowerment, crime prevention, and community support across western Tobago. Fostering Mentorship, Trust, and Safe Communities
The collaborative initiative seeks to bridge the gap between young residents and law enforcement by establishing safe, supportive spaces outside traditional enforcement roles:
Constructive Youth Engagement: Officers are engaging teenagers through structured mentorship, life skills coaching, and recreational activities designed to channel youthful energy into positive personal development during vacation periods and school terms.
Proactive Crime Deterrence: By partnering directly with families, schools, and community leaders in districts such as Buccoo, Bethel, and Mt. Pleasant, the initiative identifies vulnerable youths early to provide targeted guidance and prevent youth delinquency.
Building Community Trust: The integration of Tourism and Community-Oriented Police personnel emphasizes approachable, dialogue-driven policing, reinforcing the station’s commitment to community safety and mutual respect between officers and the next generation.
Reporter Aaliyah Balgobin has the full details on the launch of the youth care programme and upcoming community engagements.
