Crime

Crime November 8, 2022

Police Knock Down Man On Cycle

Jairo Vanegas, a police officer, was knocked down by a police mobile while riding his motorcycle on the Hummingbird highway near Belmopan.

Crime November 8, 2022

Rogue Soldier Curses Cops, Alleges Abuse

Lieutenant Freddy Grijalva was arrested for cursing police and alleging abuse while in custody at the PRECINCT 3 police station.

Crime November 8, 2022

10 Year Old In Human Smuggling Pair

Three persons were detained for human smuggling, including a 10-year-old and a taxi driver, after being intercepted by police near the Santa Cruz border.

Crime November 8, 2022

Young Child Abducted in Orange Walk

A young girl from Orange Walk was found safe after being abducted by a stranger offering sweets.

Crime November 7, 2022

Well Known Belizean In Indian Jail For Heroin

Francis Marion Gegg, a Belizean activist, is in an Indian prison after being caught with over 20 pounds of heroin at the airport in New Delhi.

Crime November 7, 2022

Missing Woman Found Dead

The body of missing woman Celia Celeste Florian was found near mile 40 on the Hummingbird Highway, prompting a criminal investigation by police.

Crime November 7, 2022

Police Worked While Lisa Raged

Police patrolled before and after Hurricane Lisa to deter burglaries and assist in clearing streets, reporting few cases of looting and issues with missing zinc roofs.

Crime November 7, 2022

Compol Doesn't Agree With Curfew Arrests

Commissioner of Police Chester Williams criticized officers for arresting individuals unaware of the curfew due to widespread blackouts and lack of information.

Crime November 7, 2022

CIB's Charm Offensive

Caribbean International Brewery Limited donated funds and water for disaster relief while three men were shot in Belize City and a truck driver was robbed in Valley of Peace.

Crime November 4, 2022