Crime

Crime January 9, 2025

Hopkins Murderer Charged

Stephen Flores has been charged with the murder of teenager George Brown in Hopkins Village over a jacket dispute.

Crime January 9, 2025

Fisherman's Death Could Be Over Drugs?

Fisherman Godfrey Hyde was killed on Turneffe Island, with police suggesting the murder may be drug-related.

Crime January 9, 2025

Narcos Driving Crime?

Chester Williams discusses the impact of narcotics trade on crime in Belize and outlines proactive policing strategies for 2025.

Crime January 9, 2025

House Shot Up In Corozal District

Two houses were shot at in the Corozal District, with police investigating possible drug-related motives.

Crime January 9, 2025

What's Next For Chester?

Chester Williams, Commissioner of Police, reflects on his six years in office and contemplates his future in public service after leaving the position.

Crime January 9, 2025

Video Shows Jamaican and Police Encounter At Airport

Jamaican national Christopher McIntire was refused entry into Belize and allegedly assaulted by police, with conflicting accounts emerging from CCTV footage and his attorney's statements.

Crime January 8, 2025

19 Year Old Murdered By Brother In Law Over Jacket

a 19-year-old was murdered by his brother-in-law in Hopkins over a jacket, leading to chaos and police intervention.

Crime January 8, 2025

Teacher Promised Student Higher Grades If She Would Start Relationship With Him

A teacher from Belize High School of Agriculture was charged with sexual assault after a student reported multiple incidents of inappropriate behavior.

Crime January 8, 2025

Chester And Jules Argue Murder Count

The police murder count for 2024 is disputed, with Commissioner Chester Williams and journalist Jules Vasquez arguing over the accuracy of the statistics and related cases.