Belize

Police are investigating two separate murders in Belize, with detectives pursuing leads in Orange Walk while probing a group-related shooting in Belize City.

A Nissan Rogue was set ablaze on Rasta Street in the early hours of Monday, with police investigating a possible arson attack.

Belize remains free of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, but BAHA has urged poultry producers and the public to strengthen biosecurity and report sick or dead birds following outbreaks in Honduras and Costa Rica.

Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old in Dangriga and are appealing to witnesses and anyone with information to assist in identifying those responsible.

Police believe the shooting was a targeted attack after four armed men stormed a supermarket in San Pedro, killing two people and injuring two others before escaping by boat.

The accident occurred around 3:00 a.m. on April 6, 2024, along the Philip Goldson Highway between Miles 17 and 18, when Rowland and others were returning from a football game.

Police said the teen was shot after opening his door on Sunday night, with early investigations pointing to a dispute, as one suspect remains in custody.

Hannah Foreman and Edwin Bethran Jr. face murder and firearms charges following the fatal shooting of Dr. Bonilla in Belmopan, which left the community shocked and grieving.

Police said the victims were likely not the intended targets and are investigating the attack.

No arrests have been made, and the motive remains unknown.

Police in San Pedro, Belize, are investigating the disappearance of 16-year-old Krisha Juarez, last seen on May 22, as her family urges the public to help locate her.

Police said CCTV footage from a Belize City gas station shows a violent altercation involving Special Patrol Officer Lewis Pascasio, who is now wanted after fleeing the scene.

A one-year-old boy died after being accidentally struck by a vehicle driven by his father in Indian Creek Village, Orange Walk District, in a tragic incident on Monday night.

CCTV footage reportedly helped police identify a man accused of fatally stabbing Belize City resident Mark Longsworth.

The body of Jahleel Westby was discovered on April 10, 2026, after he was reported missing the previous day

He is currently in custody awaiting his next court hearing on April 24.

In Belize, a suspect known as “Cheto” terrorized a police officer’s family at their home before fleeing on a motorcycle; authorities have launched a manhunt.

Three-year-old was found unresponsive in the water hours after going missing, with police investigating whether negligence or foul play contributed to the tragedy.

The proceedings will be held in camera to protect the privacy of the parties involved.

Police said the gun attack near Vernon Street Fish Market Bridge led to a chase in which officers shot and killed one of the suspects.