Trinidad: 15-year-old Zwade Alleyne dies after Maloney Shooting

Trinidad and Tobago: The 15-year-old Zwade Alleyne has died on Thursday after struggling for day from his injuries. Alleyne was kept on life support after he was shot to his head in a shooting incident in Maloney on 10th May. The police officials are performing a thorough investigation to find out the suspects who remain on the run. 

The schoolboy was a Form 5 student from the Arima North Secondary School. As per reports, the incident took place at around 10:52 pm, when the victim was standing out at the third floor of building 12 with his other friends, when a group of armed men emerged from the southern side of the car park and began firing multiple shots in his direction.  While his friends managed to escape, Alleyne was shot with a bullet. 

Investigations revealed that the victim managed to get back up, after he fell to the ground from the shot, but he was shot again in the head to which he lay in a serious condition on the floor. The suspect immediately fled the scene on foot, while the police officials responded to the site.  

Police Commissioner Henry and Superville were among the first responders who arrived at the crime site, where they were informed that the victim had been transferred to the hospital considering the severity of his wounds. Doctors assessed the victim, and as a result of their assessment, they immediately put him on life support considering the severity of the gunshots.  

The police officials present at the crime site, performed extensive research and recovered 15 spent 9mm shell casings. A search has also been launched to find out the suspects, while the authorities to continue the investigation.  

Alleyne stayed in the hospital for 5 days where he recieved intense care and treatment, before he succumbed to his injuries. He was notably a renowned player in football who was trained in the Maloney Real Footballers academy. His brilliant performance in the sport led the team to reach the quarterfinals of the 2025 Republic Bank National Youth Football League (RBNYFL) East Under-17 Division. 

Minister of Education condoles the death of Zwade Alleyne 

The Minsiter of Education for Trinidad and Tobago, Dr Michael Dowlath along with his team has extended deep condolences to the family and friends of Zwade Alleyne following his untimely death. The Ministry of Education released an official statement where they expressed their grief over Alleyne's death. 

"Zwade was a passionate footballer and a valued member of his community's football academy. His presence both on and off the field will be deeply missed. The Ministry of Education mourns alongside those who knew and loved him and will continue to support the Arima North Secondary School Community during this difficult time, through the Student Support Services Division," the Ministry wrote in their release. 

While, the family and friends of Zwade remember him in their memories, the police officials are actively conducting the investigations to find the suspects in the case and provide justice to Alleyne.