And, if any one of the accused in those investigations is criminally charged then the matter goes before the courts. There is a concern, however, that accused criminals may be getting off too easily in court because some police officers are not doing their due
Two weeks ago, the Senate debated amendments to the Criminal Code and Summary Jurisdiction Acts that seek to increase jail time for individuals who interfere with the work of law enforcement officers. Lead Opposition Senator, Michael Peyrefitte raised concerns over the definitions of certain offenses
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing is responding to concerns raised by motorists traversing the newly-built Haulover Bridge. Several persons who crossed the structure recently have taken to social media to raise concerns, as well as criticize the construction of the bridge, after observing
According to Moody, it is important to set the record straight on the construction of the bridge. He continued with an explanation of what takes place beneath the surface of the hot mix. Evondale Moody, Chief Engineer, MIDH “In order to build the deck you have to
Belize City police are investigating a double murder that occurred last night near a basketball court in the Jane Usher Boulevard. The victims have been identified as thirty-six-year-old Troy Hyde and fifteen-year-old Lamisha Moody. The shooting happened at around 8:40 p.m. when a silver vehicle
Across the country today, thousands of voters and supporters of the various political organizations paraded through the streets of their cities and towns to usher they candidates of choice to be nominated. In Belize City, Belmopan, and Orange Walk, much like in San Pedro and
The United Democratic Party also had its turn this afternoon and, like the People’s United Party that came before it, did not fail to disappoint. The procession began at its headquarters on Youth for the Future Drive and ended at the ITVET a short while
The People’s Democratic Movement, despite the controversy that it faced last week, also turned up for Nomination Day. Led by Estevan Perrera Senior, the P.D.M. arrived at the ITVET compound at midday and proceeded to sign up its slate of candidates who will contest the
For the past few months, quite a lot has been invested in the upcoming municipal elections. So much so that one would think that both parties are actually gearing up for general elections. The reality is that the big dance is only a year or
What about citizen security during election season? It’s a question that we put to Home Affairs Minister Kareem Musa earlier today. He referred to Belize’s history as a peaceful nation where free and fair elections are part of the democratic process. Kareem Musa, Minister of Home
