American Visitor Discovered Dead Near Coastal Area in Tobago
A Fatal Evening in Tobago
A 43-year-old American man was found dead late Wednesday night in the fishing village of Castara, on the island of Tobago. According to local police, he had spent the evening dining and drinking with friends before leaving the group — reportedly to purchase marijuana — and never returned. When officers discovered him around 10:30 p.m., he was unresponsive, with multiple wounds and a metal object protruding from his back. He was declared dead at the scene.
Police Arrest Suspect, Launch Murder Investigation
Authorities with the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service said the case is being treated as a suspected murder. A suspect has been taken into custody, though no motive or suspect identity has been publicly disclosed.
Officials have not clarified when the victim arrived on the island or whether he was visiting short-term or staying longer. Local tourism officials described the slaying as “a tragic murder of a foreign national” in what is normally a peaceful community.
Growing Violence Amid National Crisis
The killing comes at a troubling time for the twin-island nation: this year has already seen more than 330 homicides, and the government has imposed a state of emergency, citing concerns over organized crime and prison-linked networks. 0search1
Tourism authorities emphasised that Castara has long been known for tranquillity and hospitality — making this incident especially shocking for residents and visitors alike.
Authorities in Trinidad and Tobago have launched a full investigation after an American tourist was found dead in a quiet village in Tobago. The woman, who was visiting the island for a short vacation, was reported missing before officials located her body near a wooded coastal area.
Police confirmed that one suspect has been taken into custody as they work to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Victim Identified; Search Efforts Led to Troubling Discovery
The traveler, identified as Laura Dunn, 38, from the United States, had been staying in a small guesthouse in the village of Buccoo. She was last seen alive during an early morning walk. When she failed to return, local residents raised concerns and contacted authorities.
Officers and volunteers began a coordinated search, eventually finding her body off a trail close to the shoreline. Early reports suggest signs of violence, though officials say further forensic analysis is underway.
Police Arrest One Person; Investigations Continue
Tobago police confirmed that one male suspect has been arrested in connection with the death. Investigators are now interviewing witnesses, reviewing camera footage from nearby properties, and examining physical evidence recovered from the area.
Local officials expressed shock over the incident, noting that Tobago is generally considered a peaceful island with a strong tourism presence. The U.S. Embassy is cooperating with local authorities and assisting the victim’s family.
