In a coordinated operation on November 19, officers from the Central Division and Special Branch of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) conducted a raid on a building in El Socorro, uncovering buckets of packaged marijuana. The operation, described as a routine intelligence exercise, involved both units acting on similar intelligence simultaneously. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Curt Simon and ACP Richard Smith, head of the Anti-extortion Unit, confirmed the seizure during a media briefing outside the Police Administration Building in Port of Spain. Simon clarified that there was no stand-off between the units, contrary to social media rumors, and emphasized that public safety was never compromised. He praised the officers for their swift and diligent response, urging them to continue their proactive work in gathering and acting on actionable intelligence. The TTPS also addressed the dangers of misinformation on social media, advising the public to verify information through official channels, especially during sensitive operations. Smith highlighted the potential impact of premature and false reports on ongoing investigations but assured that the police remain committed to their duties. This incident follows a series of significant firearm seizures in recent months, including a historic cache found in Santa Cruz in October 2023, which included high-powered rifles and ammunition. No arrests have been made in connection with these seizures.