Raccoon Street Police Station Infested with Rats 

Raccoon Street Police Station is now dealing with a rat infestation, just days after a severe leakage flooded the building. While authorities say that the flooding captured in a video was caused by a hatch that had been left open, “the issue of rodents is one that is common in the city,” Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Stacy Smith said during this afternoon’s police briefing.

She confirmed that efforts are underway to deal with the rodent problem. “The department has taken the necessary steps to address the issue, and we are confident a resolution will be brought about shortly. We have contacted the relevant authorities and relevant experts in the field to assist,” she said.

Smith reiterated initial comments by the Minister of Home Affairs, Kareem Musa, that there are plans to relocate the officers as these issues are addressed. Minister Musa had told News 5 that building a new police station is a long-term plan that will require a significant investment.

“In the interim, the police officers are taking the necessary steps to protect themselves, as their health is certainly of paramount interest, and we certainly need them to be in the best of conditions to provide the service the Belizean people deserve,” Smith added.