THA official’s home searched, devices seized 

Police executed a search warrant for the electronic devices of Tobago House of Assembly Infrastructure Secretary Trevor James, following an application made by Cpl Makeal Seechan of the Intelligence and Investigations Unit.

The High Court approved the warrant under Section 5 of the Administration of Justice (Indictable Proceedings) Act 2011. The warrant authorized the officer to search James’ residence at Number NHA Development, Signal Hill, Tobago, and any other associated premises.

The search was centred on retrieving phones, computers, and other electronic devices containing communications, videos, images, and GPS data that could provide evidence for the charge of Misbehavior in Public Office. Police suspect these devices hold information related to an ongoing investigation. Master Sookraj-Goswami of the High Court authorized the warrant on September 4, 2024 and it was executed last night.

Police are expected to examine the devices for further evidence. The action follows a similar situation in 2023, when police executed search warrants at the residence of Chief Secretary Farley Augustine, Deputy Chief Secretary Faith B. Israel, and another former THA official. That investigation stemmed from a leaked voice recording in which two members of the THA Executive Council were heard allegedly discussing the use of public funds to advance political propaganda.

The current search is part of a broader investigation into misuse of public office and funds.

In response to the warrant, James took to social media saying he would not be intimidated. He posted, just before midnight, a picture of the warrant and the caption: “Continued executive persecution. No fear. No bowing. No turning back. Stand firm Tobago. Join me live at 5 pm Friday (today).”

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