Two shot dead by police

On Monday, September 16, 2024, a police operation led by Sgt. Thomas and officers from the intelligence team and the Tobago Divisional CID ended with two fatalities at Roy’s Guest House, Sou Sou Lands, Tobago.  The operation was prompted by intelligence suggesting that individuals wanted for several shootings on the island were staying at the location and were armed. At approximately 6:08 p.m., police arrived at the guest house and announced their presence. As a result, two men inside the apartment, both armed with guns, aimed their weapons at the officers. Fearing for their lives, Sergeant Thomas, Acting Corporal Moses and PC O’Neil discharged their service weapons in response. Following the incident, the officers recovered a rifle and a revolver from the scene. They provided immediate aid to the injured men, who were transported to Scarborough General Hospital by vehicle PDA 2243 and an EHS ambulance. Unfortunately, both men were pronounced dead on arrival. Crime scene processing was led by Sgt. Horsford, and the scene was subsequently visited by Acting Senior Supt Kirk Asp Bharath, Asp John W, and Insp Bacchus. ASP (Ag) Bharath is overseeing the ongoing investigation into the shooting. Additionally, arrangements have been made for the involved officers to meet with the Police Social Worker as part of standard protocol.