Local authorities have reported the death of an American man found with stab injuries on the island of Tobago.
Identified as 43-year-old Christopher Brown from Silverthorne, Colorado, he was discovered lifeless with stab wounds and a metal object embedded in his back, according to a police statement from Tobago.
A spokesperson for the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service confirmed that Brown, an American tourist, was found deceased in the village of Castara, with clear signs of having been stabbed.
Reports indicate that Brown had been enjoying dinner and drinks with friends in Castara, a picturesque village on the island’s leeward coast. He reportedly mentioned to his companions his intention to buy marijuana before departing.
Police responded to a call around 10:30 p.m. about an unconscious man located at Depot Road in Castara. Brown was pronounced dead shortly after.
According to investigators, Brown left his friends after dinner and was subsequently found unresponsive, leading to his untimely death.
Local authorities confirmed that a suspect has been detained.
“I can confirm that a suspect is currently in custody,” Trinidad and Tobago Police Commissioner Allister Guevarro told The Associated Press.
Police have yet to release the identity of the suspect.
The Division of Tourism in Tobago assures the public of the safety of the village.
Trinidad and Tobago Police confirmed they have a suspect in custody as they investigate the fatal stabbing of an American tourist. (Google Maps)
“The Division of Tourism, Culture, Antiquities and Transportation is profoundly saddened and deeply disturbed by the tragic murder of a foreign national in the peaceful community of Castara,” the agency explained in a statement to ABC News.
“The Division strongly condemns this horrific act of violence and extends our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of the deceased during this unimaginably difficult time.”
