The video allegedly contains threats against Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar.
"I have received a number of text messages and calls about it. It is a matter of grave concern and I have instructed that that video be forwarded to the Commissioner of Police. I've asked that he give it his immediate and urgent attention," Ramlogan said.
The AG also took the opportunity to warn citizens about posting material on the Internet inciting violence or suggesting how to get around the security net. He such persons involved in such activity would face prosecution.
The AG also warned people not to post false information that could result in wasting the time of law enforcement; which is a criminal offence.
He spoke about one particular video that was sent to him featuring a young person who he said is between 14 and 15 years old.
"There's a young lady...using profane and obscene language and expressing her thoughts in a most vulgar and obscene manner. That video has been passed on to the Commissioner of Police and such action will not be tolerated," he said.
The AG made it clear that his intention is not to interfere with freedom of expression. "You have a right to freedom of expression. You have a right to legitimate disagreement but you do not have a right to incite violence and you do not have a right to use vulgar, obscene and abusive language," he said.
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