Monday, September 28, 2026
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Policeman, 2 Others Charged for Guns in Curfew

By Sue-Ann Wayow

A police officer and two women have been jointly charged for trafficking a firearm, possession of ammunition and breach of curfew.

They were charged by officers of the Southern Division.

Police reported on Thursday that PC Kai Pope-Cupid, 34, Kirdesha Thompson, 22, and Kaya Jones, 20, had their charges laid by PC Maynard.

Jones was also charged for driving without a permit and a certificate of insurance, while Pope-Cupid was additionally charged with allowing someone else to drive a vehicle, they not being the holder of a driver’s permit and insurance.

Police reported that the trio were arrested on Monday after being stopped by officers during the curfew hours.

They were also found to be in possession of a firearm and 85 rounds of ammunition and a quantity of jewellery.

They were expected to appear before the San Fernando Magistrate Court on Thursday.

 

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