Authorities in Trinidad and Tobago are investigating what is being described as one of the most serious security breaches at a police facility in recent years, after a municipal police officer was found dead and a large quantity of firearms went missing from a station strong room.
The officer has been identified as Acting Corporal Anusha Eversley of the Trinidad and Tobago Municipal Police Service.
The incident occurred at the San Fernando Municipal Police Station on Lady Hailes Avenue in San Fernando.
Police reported that Eversley was last seen around 11 p.m. on Saturday. At approximately 4:40 a.m. on Sunday, a fellow officer returned to the station and found the building in darkness. After turning on the lights, the officer noticed blood coming from the corporal’s quarters. The strong room, where weapons are stored, was also discovered open.
Further checks revealed that dozens of firearms and thousands of rounds of ammunition were missing. Officials confirmed that among the items unaccounted for were Glock pistols, shotguns, and other weapons.
Responding officers found Eversley unresponsive inside her quarters. She was later pronounced dead. Investigators reported that she had visible injuries, but the exact cause of death has not yet been determined.
Homicide investigators and senior police officials have since secured the scene and launched a full investigation. The police station remains under lockdown as forensic teams continue processing evidence.
Authorities are also examining whether Eversley may have been assaulted prior to her death, as investigators work to determine how the breach occurred and to locate the missing firearms.
Officials have not yet announced any suspects, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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