A harrowing video capturing the robbery of passengers and a driver aboard a maxi taxi in Trinidad and Tobago on November 19 has underscored the alarming rise in brazen daytime crimes in the country. The incident, recorded on the driver’s dashboard camera, began as an ordinary journey along the Priority Bus Route in Arouca. However, the scene quickly turned violent when the vehicle stopped, and five masked men boarded, brandishing weapons and demanding cash and valuables. Passengers, visibly terrified, complied as their belongings were snatched. The driver, displaying remarkable composure, handed over his earnings without resistance. The entire ordeal lasted less than a minute, leaving the victims shaken but unharmed. This incident is part of a troubling trend of opportunistic crimes in the region. Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander revealed that while robberies on the route decreased from ten last year to one this year, the Transit Police Unit remains critically understaffed, with a shortage of at least 60 officers. Recent weeks have seen a spike in similar crimes, including the armed robbery of a businesswoman at her Signal Hill home and a Trade Ministry official in Cascade. These incidents highlight the urgent need for enhanced police presence and proactive measures to deter criminals. As the holiday season approaches, authorities must prioritize public safety through increased patrols and visible law enforcement to restore public confidence.