Deceased Dangriga Man Identified in Ongoing Investigation

An update tonight to a death investigation that’s been unfolding since late last week. Police have now identified the man once listed as John Doe. Authorities say he is fifty three year old Eldon Edward Solomon, a Belizean laborer from Dangriga Town in the Stann Creek District. The breakthrough came after a family member stepped forward to confirm his identity, bringing some long awaited answers to a case that had raised many questions. Investigators are still working to determine exactly what happened to Solomon, and police say the investigation remains ongoing. We’ll continue to track this story and bring you updates as more details emerge.

 

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