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Kamla Vows to Crush Maloney Gangs, Says 'Fake Bad Man Meet Real Bad Man' Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has delivered a strong defence of the ongoing special security operations in Maloney, declaring that her Government will do whatever is necessary to protect law-abiding residents from violent gangs. In a statement published on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, the Prime Minister addressed residents following the launch of special operations involving the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (TTDF) and Strategic Services Agency (SSA). Persad-Bissessar said the operation was intended to confront gang activity and restore a sense of safety to residents who have been living under the threat of violence. She also directed sharp criticism at suspected gang members, declaring: "That is what happens when fake bad man meet real bad man." The Prime Minister claimed that gang members who had allegedly terrorised residents failed to confront security personnel during the operation. She described the alleged behaviour as evidence that criminals were willing to intimidate vulnerable citizens but unwilling to challenge trained law enforcement officers. Prime Minister Promises Protection Addressing the people of Maloney directly, Persad-Bissessar said she considered residents and their children part of her extended family. "I will do whatever it takes to keep you safe and if that means using Special Operations to put down the gangs operating in your community, that is exactly what I will do," she stated. She said the operation was launched the previous night by police and defence force personnel, supported by the SSA, within Policing District 2. The Prime Minister argued that no resident should be forced to flee their home or live in fear because of indiscriminate gunfire and gang intimidation. Her comments follow recent reports of shooting incidents and heightened security concerns in Maloney, which have prompted the Government to introduce extraordinary security measures in the community. Kamla Takes Aim at PNM The Prime Minister also used the statement to criticise the People's National Movement (PNM) and the area's parliamentary representative, accusing them of failing to adequately protect Maloney residents during previous years. "For years the PNM and the sitting MP did nothing to protect the people of Maloney from being terrorized by violent gangs and criminals," she claimed. She further accused the PNM of treating its supporters as an electoral voting base rather than prioritising their safety. These accusations represent the Prime Minister's political position and have not been independently established. Persad-Bissessar maintained that her Government would continue providing security assistance wherever law-abiding citizens requested protection, regardless of political affiliation. Special Operations and Residents' Concerns The Government's security intervention follows the declaration of the Maloney Buildings Housing Development as a closed area under the Special Operations Act, 2026. The designation and accompanying curfew have raised questions about the effect of extraordinary policing powers on residents, including restrictions on movement and access to the community. While the Prime Minister has framed the operation as necessary to confront violent gangs, the measures have also prompted public debate about transparency, the duration of the restrictions and the protection of residents' rights. The Prime Minister's statement did not provide specific figures for arrests, weapons seized or other operational outcomes. Her assertion that gang members avoided confronting security forces has not been independently verified. Government Says Protection Will Continue Persad-Bissessar insisted that the presence of even one law-abiding resident seeking state protection was sufficient reason for her administration to act. She concluded by thanking the police officers, soldiers and other security personnel involved in the operation, offering prayers for their protection, strength and patience as they carried out their duties. The statement signals the Prime Minister's continued support for the special operations in Maloney as questions remain about how long the security restrictions will remain in effect and what results the operation will produce.
Kamla Vows to Crush Maloney Gangs, Says 'Fake Bad Man Meet Real Bad Man'
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has delivered a strong defence of the ongoing special security operations in Maloney, declaring that her Government will do whatever is necessary to protect law-abiding residents from violent gangs.
In a statement published on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, the Prime Minister addressed residents following the launch of special operations involving the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (TTDF) and Strategic Services Agency (SSA).
Persad-Bissessar said the operation was intended to confront gang activity and restore a sense of safety to residents who have been living under the threat of violence.
She also directed sharp criticism at suspected gang members, declaring:
"That is what happens when fake bad man meet real bad man."
The Prime Minister claimed that gang members who had allegedly terrorised residents failed to confront security personnel during the operation.
She described the alleged behaviour as evidence that criminals were willing to intimidate vulnerable citizens but unwilling to challenge trained law enforcement officers.
Prime Minister Promises Protection
Addressing the people of Maloney directly, Persad-Bissessar said she considered residents and their children part of her extended family.
"I will do whatever it takes to keep you safe and if that means using Special Operations to put down the gangs operating in your community, that is exactly what I will do," she stated.
She said the operation was launched the previous night by police and defence force personnel, supported by the SSA, within Policing District 2.
The Prime Minister argued that no resident should be forced to flee their home or live in fear because of indiscriminate gunfire and gang intimidation.
Her comments follow recent reports of shooting incidents and heightened security concerns in Maloney, which have prompted the Government to introduce extraordinary security measures in the community.
Kamla Takes Aim at PNM
The Prime Minister also used the statement to criticise the People's National Movement (PNM) and the area's parliamentary representative, accusing them of failing to adequately protect Maloney residents during previous years.
"For years the PNM and the sitting MP did nothing to protect the people of Maloney from being terrorized by violent gangs and criminals," she claimed.
She further accused the PNM of treating its supporters as an electoral voting base rather than prioritising their safety.
These accusations represent the Prime Minister's political position and have not been independently established.
Persad-Bissessar maintained that her Government would continue providing security assistance wherever law-abiding citizens requested protection, regardless of political affiliation.
Special Operations and Residents' Concerns
The Government's security intervention follows the declaration of the Maloney Buildings Housing Development as a closed area under the Special Operations Act, 2026.
The designation and accompanying curfew have raised questions about the effect of extraordinary policing powers on residents, including restrictions on movement and access to the community.
While the Prime Minister has framed the operation as necessary to confront violent gangs, the measures have also prompted public debate about transparency, the duration of the restrictions and the protection of residents' rights.
The Prime Minister's statement did not provide specific figures for arrests, weapons seized or other operational outcomes.
Her assertion that gang members avoided confronting security forces has not been independently verified.
Government Says Protection Will Continue
Persad-Bissessar insisted that the presence of even one law-abiding resident seeking state protection was sufficient reason for her administration to act.
She concluded by thanking the police officers, soldiers and other security personnel involved in the operation, offering prayers for their protection, strength and patience as they carried out their duties.
The statement signals the Prime Minister's continued support for the special operations in Maloney as questions remain about how long the security restrictions will remain in effect and what results the operation will produce.
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