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The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) has moved to shut down a planned protest expected to take place on Wednesday in support of Kaia Sealy outside the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), saying no permission has been requested or granted for the event.
In a statement, the TTPS said it was aware of the planned demonstration circulating for Wednesday 27 May 2026 but stressed that organisers had not sought approval.
The TTPS also pointed to the ongoing State of Emergency, saying emergency powers remain in effect and gatherings can be prohibited where there is a threat to public order or safety.
The Police Service warned that any attempt to assemble without authorisation during the SOE would be treated as a violation of the law and could result in dispersal, arrests, and prosecution.
It said under Section 11 of the Emergency Powers Regulations, no person shall “endeavour, whether orally or otherwise, to influence public opinion in a manner likely to be prejudicial to public safety.”
The planned protest had been promoted on social media by activist Alyssa Phillip during a live broadcast on Sunday, where she encouraged supporters to attend the DPP’s office in Port of Spain at 4 pm on Wednesday.
During the live, Phillip said she had already notified authorities about the demonstration.
“I already sent them the notice, allyuh we need to beat the iron while it is hot,” she said.
She also urged supporters to maintain momentum following Sunday’s protest.
“The protest today went really well. I would go as far as saying it is probably the best protest we have had thus far. I am really grateful for everyone who showed up… I am asking the ones who showed up and the ones who didn’t have the opportunity to show up to show up on Wednesday in front of the DPP’s office.”
The TTPS has reiterated that any gatherings must comply with emergency regulations currently in force.
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