Trinidad and Tobago has declared a state of emergency due to the surge in deadly gang violence, with fears of an imminent escalation. The police report that access to powerful firearms is exacerbating the situation. Acting Attorney General Stuart Young emphasized the urgency, citing information on potential retaliatory strikes among criminal groups. The emergency measures allow police to conduct searches without warrants and detain suspects for up to two days. The country, known for its vibrant Carnival, has faced over 600 murders in 2024 alone, stemming largely from gang rivalries.

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