In a disturbing escalation of violence, the law office of Saira Lakhan, President of the Assembly of Southern Lawyers (ASL), was firebombed for the second time in less than a month. The latest attack occurred in the early hours of October 22 at the Magnus Law Office on Lewis Street, San Fernando. The perpetrator breached the perimeter fence, placing Molotov cocktails at the front door and near an external electrical panel. Although the flames extinguished on their own, the incident left parts of the antique door and wooden flooring damaged. Lakhan, a seasoned attorney with 15 years of practice, expressed deep concern for her safety and that of her staff, all of whom are women. She revealed that she feels constantly watched and fears a potential daytime attack if the situation remains unchecked. Despite the trauma, Lakhan remains resolute, vowing to continue her legal work and rely on the justice system for protection. Fellow attorneys Prakash Ramadhar and Gobin Harrypersad, who were present at the scene, condemned the attacks as a grave threat to the rule of law. Ramadhar emphasized the severity of arson under Trinidad and Tobago law, which carries a potential life sentence, and called for swift justice to deter future crimes. Harrypersad warned that those orchestrating the attacks would not escape accountability, even if they employed others to carry out their plans. San Fernando police are actively investigating the incidents, but no arrests have been made yet.
Assembly of Southern Lawyers president’s office firebombed – again
