Maya Leaders Condemn Killing of Medina Bank Alcalde

The Toledo Alcaldes Association has issued a strong condemnation following the killing of 50-year-old Alcalde Romano Cal, a respected community leader from Medina Bank Village. Cal was found dead on Sunday evening, May 25, with chop wounds to the upper body. He was pronounced dead on arrival at Punta Gorda Hospital.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Toledo Alcaldes Association described the killing as a “heinous crime” that violates their core values of peace, unity, and hard work. “We condemn any act of violence in our communities, as it goes against our principles of remaining peaceful, united and hard-working communities,” it said.

It added, “This loss of one life deeply affects our collective peaceful legacy.” The Association has called for a full investigation.

Police detained Romano’s brother, Rafael Cal, 55, in Tambran Village this morning. He is accused of brutally killing his brother.

No motive has yet been established, and there is no indication of drug or alcohol involvement. Authorities have also confirmed that there were no prior reports of violence involving Rafael.