US State Dep’t warns its citizens to stay out of POS

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US State Dep’t warns its citizens to stay out of POS

The US State Department is warning its citizens to stay away from Port of Spain.

In its updated travel advisory for Trinidad and Tobago, it elevated Port of Spain to a Level 4: Do Not Travel.

In the advisory published on its website, citizens were advised that violence and shootings occur regularly in some areas of Port of Spain.

“U.S. government personnel are prohibited from travelling to the following areas: Laventille, Beetham, Sea Lots, Cocorite, and the interior of Queens’ Park Savannah. After dark, U.S. government personnel are prohibited from travelling to downtown Port of Spain, Fort George overlook, and all beaches.”

Country Summary: Violent crime, such as murder, robbery, assault, sexual assault, home invasion, and kidnapping, is common.

Gang activity, such as narcotics trafficking, is common. A significant portion of violent crime is gang-related.

The advisory also calls on its interests to exercise increased caution in Trinidad and Tobago due to terrorism.

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