Western Division ranks seize Glock 23 pistol in Carenage

Western Division officers recovered one Glock 23 pistol and ammunition in Carenage on Friday. As per police reports, the firearm and ammunition were found in the bushy area.

6th of April 2024

In picture: The Glock 23 pistol. (Credits: whichgun.com)

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago: The officers of the Western Division recovered one Glock 23 pistol and ammunition in Carenage on Friday. As per police reports, the firearm and ammunition were found in the bushy area.

According to the information, the officers of the Western Division said that they received an information about the pistol and they responded to the matter and executed an intelligence led exercise in L’anse Mitan.

The exercise was conducted between the hours of 4:00 am and 6:00 am and while searching in the vicinity of Thompson Circular, the investigating officers discovered one Glock 23 pistol, loaded with 13 rounds of .40 ammunition in a bushy area.

The further enquiries of the matter is ongoing by PC Taylor. The authorities urged the people with any information to come forward and record their statement at the Western Police Division and assist them in their investigation. The police have carried out their search for a person in connection with the findings.

Recently, the Trinidad and Tobago Police Services conducted a Safe Street Operation, which resulted in the recovery of GLOCK pistol and ammunition in Los Iros Junction. The investigation of the matter is ongoing by WPC Vesprey.

About the Glock 23 pistol

The Glock 23 pistol is a compact pistol, which was manufactured by Glock Ges MBH Chambered in the era of 40s. It featured a firepower, balance of size and reliability.

The pistol is specifically used by the military, and law enforcement officers. It is very easy to carry and lightweight. It is designed with Glock’s Safe Action System, with three automatic safeties which enables the weapon from any accidental discharge.

Additionally, such stances of crimes can be seen on every alternative day in the country. With rise in crimes, the authorities are expected to take serious actions and implement strict rules to reduce the flow of criminal activities in the country.