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A preliminary report announced a double homicide at the spa upstairs of Value Optical in Couva on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. According to the police, two women were shot dead in the spa area. The victims were reportedly found in the spa's private treatment rooms, and their identities and ages remain unconfirmed. No details about the circumstances or motive have been released, and authorities have not yet identified any suspects. The incident was reported to the police at 10:00 a.m., and the crime scene has been secured pending further investigation. Police numbers 282 and 283 are listed in the incident log, but no suspects have been identified. The police are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses and coordinating with the Trinidad Police Department's homicide unit. Local law enforcement officials said the investigation is ongoing and that they are working to gather evidence and interview witnesses. The police have not released statements from the optical shop's management, but the shop’s owner has reportedly been briefed. The investigation is being conducted under the jurisdiction of the Couva Police Station, with assistance from forensic teams. The police have requested that anyone with information about the event come forward. Further updates will be provided as the investigation proceeds. The Couva community has expressed shock and concern over the tragic event, with local leaders calling for a thorough and swift investigation to ensure public safety. Community leaders have organized a vigil to honor the victims and support the families, and the police have set up a dedicated hotline for tips.
A preliminary report announced a double homicide at the spa upstairs of Value Optical in Couva on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
According to the police, two women were shot dead in the spa area. The victims were reportedly found in the spa’s private treatment rooms, and their identities and ages remain unconfirmed. No details about the circumstances or motive have been released, and authorities have not yet identified any suspects.
The incident was reported to the police at 10:00 a.m., and the crime scene has been secured pending further investigation. Police numbers 282 and 283 are listed in the incident log, but no suspects have been identified. The police are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses and coordinating with the Trinidad Police Department’s homicide unit.
Local law enforcement officials said the investigation is ongoing and that they are working to gather evidence and interview witnesses. The police have not released statements from the optical shop’s management, but the shop’s owner has reportedly been briefed. The investigation is being conducted under the jurisdiction of the Couva Police Station, with assistance from forensic teams.
The police have requested that anyone with information about the event come forward. Further updates will be provided as the investigation proceeds.
The Couva community has expressed shock and concern over the tragic event, with local leaders calling for a thorough and swift investigation to ensure public safety. Community leaders have organized a vigil to honor the victims and support the families, and the police have set up a dedicated hotline for tips.
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