A terrible discovery: bodies of 50 babies found in a cemetery

The bodies of at least 50 babies and six adults were discovered Saturday in a cemetery in Trinidad and Tobago, police said Saturday, indicating that it “could be a case of illegal disposal of unclaimed corpses.”

“Trinidad and Tobago Police have launched an urgent investigation following the discovery of multiple human remains at Cumuto Cemetery”specifies the press release from the police of the small English-speaking archipelago off the coast of Venezuela, referring to the discovery of 56 bodies including 50 infants. The six adults are four men and two women.

Where do the bodies come from?

“Forensic police technicians were dispatched immediately to carry out a detailed forensic examination of the site”specifies the text emphasizing that “Additional forensic analyzes are being carried out to determine the origin” bodies.

“The nature of this discovery is deeply concerning, and we understand the emotional impact it will have on the families and the entire national community”adds the police, who have launched a call for witnesses. “Any person or institution that fails in its duty will be held fully responsible”concludes the press release.

State of emergency since July 2025

The archipelago, renowned for its carnival and beaches, is living under a state of emergency declared in July 2025 due to violence, just weeks after emerging from a state of emergency between December 2024 and April 2025.

Since 2021, a state of emergency has been declared four times in the country. Despite a reduction in crime, the country remains a hub for drug trafficking, experts say.

6th most dangerous country in the world in 2023

According to a United States Department of State report from March 2025, the homicide rate of 37 per 100,000 people makes Trinidad and Tobago the sixth most dangerous nation in the world in 2023.