Chan Chen Villager Killed in Fatal Accident

Police are investigating a traffic accident that claimed one life. At around 9:30 on Saturday night, police visited an area between mile 90 and 91 on the Northern Highway where they found the body of 33-year-old Ramon Rodriguez of Chan Chen Village in Corozal District. Police have determined that 43-year-old Hugo Roberto Espinoza also of Chan Chen Village was driving his Toyota mini van when Rodriguez crossed his path on a bicycle. Espinoza says he was unable to avoid hitting Rodriguez and ran him over. No charges have yet been brought.