The Children’s Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (CATT) is aware of media reports of alleged abuses by a minor against other children at a Children’s Home in Central Trinidad. The Authority is working closely with the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) to determine all the facts.
The Authority has provided psychosocial support and medical care to the minor and this support and care will continue. The Authority has also taken steps to safeguard the children in this matter.
The Authority takes seriously all reports of abuse involving children in care and will continue to ensure that such reports are thoroughly investigated. There is need, however, to maintain the safety and confidentiality of the personal details of children in this matter. As such, the Authority will not divulge any details of the child’s case.
The Authority also takes the opportunity to remind the public of the protocols and laws governing the rights of the child and their privacy, when making public statements, especially where these statements have not been officially corroborated.