Tobago Inmates Stranded in Trinidad | Trinidad and Tobago News

Tobago inmates held in Trinidad face crushing isolation as families struggle to visit across vast distances, while the crumbling Tobago prison—threatened by coastal erosion—urgently needs replacement. Advocates demand faster justice and a modern facility for all genders and ages, arguing current overcrowding forces detainees into Trinidad, worsening rehabilitation and exposing them to hardened criminals. One innocent inmate, fearing for his family’s safety after a visit sparked a home invasion, begged relatives to stop visiting—straining his marriage—and claims he’s been extorted and robbed behind bars, with threats even targeting his loved ones. Experts warn the outdated system fuels crime, as separation from roots and support networks hinders reintegration and may push inmates toward more violence upon release. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a1d289c75534ccf8