Woman Killed in Belize City Crossing Philip Goldson Highway
A late-morning traffic accident turned deadly on the Philip Goldson Highway when a woman was struck and killed while crossing near the Puma gas station. The victim, identified as Erlene Gillett, died at the scene shortly after eleven. The van driver told police that Gillett stopped in the middle of the highway, leaving him unable to avoid the collision. One eyewitness claimed the driver may have been using a cellphone, but police have not confirmed that allegation, and no charges have been filed. Authorities say Gillett was not using a designated pedestrian crossing. Investigators temporarily diverted traffic through Coney Drive while they processed the scene. We will share further details as they become available.
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