Two officers attached to the Coastal Support Unit are now being treated at hospital for injuries sustained during an incident earlier this morning while at sea.
Reports indicate around 10:30 am, on Thursday 15th February, 2024, PC Tirbanie and PC Gonzales were aboard Marine Vehicle CP-002 in the Gulf of Paria, after refuelling the vessel.
As they were nearing Peaks, an explosion was allegedly heard from the stern of the vessel which threw both occupants into the sea.
The officers were assisted by the Coast Guard who conveyed them to Staubles Bay and then later to the St. James hospital for treatment.
PC Tirbanie is reported to have received burn injuries to his face, left and right arms and back, while PC Gonzales received an injury to his left leg.
Investigations are ongoing into the above matter.