Trinidad and Tobago has declared a state of emergency following a rise in violent crime, particularly over the recent weekend.
The Prime Minister Keith Rowley announced measures allowing police to search individuals and properties without warrants and detain suspects for up to 48 hours.
The murder toll for 2024 has reached 623, marking the highest number since police records began in 2013.
Officials highlighted a recent spike in gang-related shootings and the concerning use of high-caliber firearms in violent incidents.
The government is collaborating with the US to address the illicit firearms flow contributing to the violence.
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