Police have recovered a high-powered rifle and nineteen (19) rounds of 7.62 x 39 mm
ammunition were recovered by officers of the Central Division Gang Unit during an intelligence-led operation on Monday 6th July, 2026, resulting in the arrest of a 30-year-old woman for possession of a firearm and ammunition.

According to the TTPS, the operation was led by Deputy Commissioner of Police Suzette Martin, Senior Superintendent Rudolph Bhagwandeen and Superintendent Gloudon. It was coordinated by Assistant Superintendent of Police, Mark Hernandez and supervised by Corporal Mohammed.

During the operation, officers, acting on intelligence, proceeded to Mamoral No. 1, where they observed two persons inside a white Kia K2700 motor vehicle. As officers approached the vehicle, the male suspect exited and fled the area. Officers then engaged the woman, identified themselves as police officers, and made enquiries regarding the ownership of the vehicle.

The woman was informed of the intelligence received and the officers’ authority to conduct a search under Regulation 12 of the Emergency Powers Regulations, 2026. She made certain utterances. Due to poor lighting conditions and in the interest of officer safety, the vehicle was transported to the Chaguanas Police Station, where a detailed search was conducted in the presence of the woman.

During the search, officers discovered an AK-type rifle fitted with a folding metal stock, together with a magazine containing nineteen (19) rounds of 7.62 x 39 mm ammunition. The firearm and ammunition were found concealed behind the driver’s seat. As a result, the 30-year-old woman of Mamoral Main Road, Mamoral No. 1, was arrested for possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition. She remains in police custody as investigations continue.

The TTPS remains committed to removing illegal firearms from communities and dismantling organised criminal networks through intelligence-led policing. Members of the public are encouraged to continue providing information that can assist the police in preventing crime and bringing offenders before the court.