Taxi driver allegedly rapes J’can woman in Trinidad
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A Jamaican woman in Trinidad and Tobago has reported that she was raped yesterday by a taxi driver in Point Fortin.
According to the Trinidad Express, the alleged rapist took the woman to an isolated area and assaulted her, then left her at the roadside and sped off. The incident occurred at around 1.30 pm.
It was also reported that the 26-year-old victim told police she boarded a black vehicle near Sieunarine’s Bar at Guapo/ Cap de Ville Road. The driver wore a purple shirt and a pair of black pants, she told police.
She said that instead of taking her to Fanny Village, the man drove towards Erin, where he reportedly sexually assaulted her then left her in the bushes.
Trinidad Express said the victim sought help from residents along with other people who responded by contacting the police. They also took the victim to the Point Fortin Area Hospital for treatment.