Port-of-Spain, August 14, 2025: The Ministry of Health is advising the public that 300 vials of Fentanyl Injection 0.05mg/ml/2ml ampoules have been reported as unaccounted for, following a delivery discrepancy to one of the public health facilities.
The matter was brought to the Ministry’s attention on August 6, 2025, and immediate investigative action was taken, including:
- Site inspections at the dispatch and delivery locations.
- Verification of delivery records, stock documentation and package markings.
- Requests for detailed reports and video footage from the relevant facilities.
The Ministry views this matter with the utmost seriousness, given the dangerous nature of fentanyl, which is a potent synthetic opioid that, even in small quantities, can cause severe respiratory distress and death if misused or improperly handled.
The Ministry reminds the public that:
- Fentanyl is a narcotic used only under strict medical supervision in hospital settings.
- Possession, use, or distribution of fentanyl without proper authorisation is illegal and dangerous.
- Any member of the public who encounters or is offered fentanyl should immediately contact the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service.
The Ministry of Health continues to work closely with the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service and the Ministry of Homeland Security to determine the circumstances surrounding this discrepancy and to implement measures to prevent recurrence. Further updates will be provided to the public as the investigation progresses.
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