March 1, 2023

Top Cop: Investigation Launched Into Human Trafficking Allegations

By Newsroom

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service has opened an investigation into allegations of senior government officials being involved in human trafficking.

The issue has dominated the headlines since last Friday, when Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley alleged that it was UNC members of Parliament who were identified in a damning 2022 US report on human trafficking.

In a statement on Wednesday evening, Police Commissioner Erla Christopher-Harewood confirmed that a TTPS investigation has been opened into the matter.

Following a meeting with the Director of the Counter Trafficking Unit, Commissioner Christopher appointed a special team of officers to investigate the matter.

Commissioner Christopher added, “These allegations of human trafficking are serious, and will not be taken lightly”.

She has given the assurance that the matter will be vigorously pursued and thoroughly investigated.”

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