Acting Police Commissioner Junior Benjamin has reassured the public that there is no immediate threat to Trinidad and Tobago (TT) following a security alert issued by the US Embassy. The embassy advised US nationals to avoid visiting US government facilities in TT during the Divali holiday weekend, citing a heightened state of alert. However, Benjamin emphasized that local intelligence does not indicate any specific danger to citizens or critical infrastructure. He stated that while the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) lacks additional information beyond what is publicly available, they have implemented proactive security measures to ensure safety. These measures include increased vigilance at police stations and regular checks on essential services such as the TT Electricity Commission (TTEC) and the Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA). Benjamin urged the public to remain calm, noting that there is no evidence of unusual activity within TT. Meanwhile, Finance Minister Dave Tancoo criticized the spread of misinformation on social media, particularly a false claim about a security alert at the Central Bank of TT. He dismissed the message as fake news and accused certain ‘news sources’ of inciting panic. Tancoo emphasized that any US actions toward Venezuela would be highly confidential and unlikely to be disclosed to local media. He encouraged the public to rely on credible sources for accurate information.