Tobago, Buccoo Bay: Robbery at dinghy beach – August 2016
Two young men armed with machetes rob a group of adults.
Published 8 years ago, updated 5 years ago
As reported by the Caribbean Safety and Security Net[Broken Link]
DATE: 2016-08-21
Country Name: Trinidad/Tobago
Location Detail: Tobago Buccoo Bay
EVENT: Robbery
Stolen Items: Two mobile phones and cash
SECURED: Locked
At approximately 9:45 PM four adult family members were returning from the weekly Sunday school dancing event when they were accosted by 2 young men (about 20 years old) with machetes as they were preparing to launch their beached dinghy which had been locked to a tree near the car park.
The men demanded cash and grabbed one of the bags that had been put into the dinghy. The captain grabbed a paddle and the group started yelling loudly and the men fled into the woods. The police were summoned by security at the festival location and a full report was made.
Related to following destinations: Tobago, Trinidad & Tobago
Related to the following Cruising Resources: Piracy & Security
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