Police have upgraded the charge against Peter Demetrio August from manslaughter to murder in connection with the death of sixty-one-year-old Ubaldo Ernesto Guzman. Guzman died on September 12, 2024, after he was allegedly chopped with a machete by August during a drinking session at Guzman’s home
Twenty-three new Peace Corps Volunteers have been sworn in to serve under the Youth Empowered by Sports (YES) Project, an initiative focused on empowering young Belizeans through mentorship and organised sports. The ceremony took place in Belmopan on Friday following the completion of 11 weeks of
Belize has officially contained the recent measles outbreak. The Ministry of Health and Wellness made the announcement stating that "Belize has recorded no new measles cases for more than two full incubation." The April outbreak, traced to international travel from Mexico, resulted in 34 confirmed cases
Two masked gunmen broke into Marla’s House of Hope in Belmopan early Monday morning. Armed with handguns, the men confronted a female caregiver and forced her to lead them to another staff member. They then ordered the second caregiver to show them the rooms where the
A weekend on the water turned tragic when a jet ski accident claimed the life of a young boy. Fourteen-year-old Axel Oroman was out on the sea with fifty-five-year-old Roy Alvarez when things took a devastating turn. Both were thrown from the watercraft, but only
There’s a deeply troubling story out of Bella Vista Village in the Toledo District, one that has left an entire community in shock. Just before six p.m. this evening, unconfirmed reports surfaced that the bodies of two young girls, just nine and seven years old,
Here’s a strong message from the Ministry of Human Development, one that leaves no room for compromise when it comes to the safety of our children. Just days ago, an alarming incident was reported at the New Beginnings Youth Development Centre. A minor was allegedly
In the meantime, swift disciplinary action has been taken. The officer involved has been placed on leave and barred from returning to the facility. Steps are already underway to terminate their employment. But this isn’t just about one incident. The ministry is doubling down on
This afternoon, police held a press briefing at the Racoon Street Station, where Head of Crime Investigation, Hilberto Romero, shared details of a brazen attack at the Espat residence in San Pedro. Heavily armed gunmen stormed the property in what can only be described as
Tonight, a father is speaking out, defending his sons and questioning the actions of the police. Gilberto Espat, the father of Logan and Mark Espat, says he’s baffled by the charges brought against them. The two were arrested after their home came under gunfire, but
