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The Prison Officers’ Association (POA) has raised alarm over an alleged attempt to murder a prison officer at the Maximum Security Prison (MSP). It's reported that the inmates rigged electrical wires to a gate, creating a potentially lethal trap for an unsuspecting officer. The POA has described this act as calculated and premeditated, highlighting the escalating violence towards prison officers. In response to this troubling incident, the POA is calling for an immediate investigation by the Commissioner of Prisons. It is also urging the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service to initiate a parallel criminal probe with the aim of identifying and prosecuting those responsible. The association has underscored the challenging and high-risk conditions in which prison officers operate and the need for their proper protection. This incident, they warn, is a stark reminder of the evolving and dangerous circumstances within correctional facilities. The POA has also urged officers across the service to remain vigilant and exercise heightened awareness while on duty. They have reaffirmed their commitment to advocating for stronger protection, resources, and support for prison officers nationwide. Join the Trinidad and Tobago WhatsApp update groups: Tringlobe Media news 1Tringlobe Media ShareTringlobe Chat news groupTringlobe Media news 2Tringlobe media news 3Tringlobe Media Weather updatesTringlobe PoliticsTringlobe SportsTringlobe articles newsfeedTringlobe buy sell tradeTringlobe Media 4Tringlobe Media Official ChannelTringlobe media Traffic
The Prison Officers’ Association (POA) has raised alarm over an alleged attempt to murder a prison officer at the Maximum Security Prison (MSP). It’s reported that the inmates rigged electrical wires to a gate, creating a potentially lethal trap for an unsuspecting officer. The POA has described this act as calculated and premeditated, highlighting the escalating violence towards prison officers.
In response to this troubling incident, the POA is calling for an immediate investigation by the Commissioner of Prisons. It is also urging the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service to initiate a parallel criminal probe with the aim of identifying and prosecuting those responsible.
The association has underscored the challenging and high-risk conditions in which prison officers operate and the need for their proper protection. This incident, they warn, is a stark reminder of the evolving and dangerous circumstances within correctional facilities.
The POA has also urged officers across the service to remain vigilant and exercise heightened awareness while on duty. They have reaffirmed their commitment to advocating for stronger protection, resources, and support for prison officers nationwide.
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