The Trinidad and Tobago government has reiterated its lack of concrete evidence regarding the alleged deaths of two Trinidadian nationals during a United States military operation targeting illegal drug trafficking in international waters near Venezuela. Foreign and Caricom Affairs Minister Sean Sobers addressed the issue during a press conference in Port of Spain, emphasizing that the individuals, Richie Samaroo and Chad ‘Charpo’ Joseph, are currently considered missing rather than confirmed deceased. Sobers urged the families to file missing persons reports with the police, as no definitive proof of their deaths has been established. Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander, a former senior police officer, expressed skepticism about the innocence of the two men, citing unverified reports of their involvement in criminal activities. Meanwhile, Gary Aboud, secretary of the NGO Fishermen and Friends of the Sea, confirmed the deaths of Samaroo and Joseph among six fatalities resulting from the US operation. Aboud extended condolences to the bereaved families and highlighted the growing fear among local fishermen about venturing out to sea. The incident has sparked concerns over the collateral impact of international anti-drug operations on innocent civilians.
Trinidad government says still in the dark regarding the deaths of two Trinidadians during US military strike
