Accidents & Disasters
Accidents & Disasters
Fatal February boating accident case forwarded to the DPP; mother shares experience
The case on the February 14th boating accident that killed 17-year-old Logan Ceylon Pratt is now before the Director of Public Prosecutions (DDP) office. Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero told the media they await directives on whether charges will be levied against boat captain Jessie Smith. An official report named Smith as operating the boat that ran over Pratt and her mother, Tamra Pratt, while swimming off the coast of northern Ambergris Caye. Concerned islanders question why authorities did not mention the person who reportedly took Pratt and her mother to that area of the island.
Accidents & Disasters
Belize Port Authority concludes investigation on tragic February boating accident on Ambergris Caye
An investigation by the Belize Port Authority into the death of 17-year-old American teenager Logan Ceylon Pratt, who was killed in a boating accident on February 14th, has concluded. The tragedy occurred off the northeast coast of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, where the tourist teenager was hit by a boat.
Accidents & Disasters
Caye Caulker fisherman dies after struck by his boat propeller
Police say Castro was fishing on the north channel of Caye Caulker when apparently, he fell overboard and was injured by the propeller. The report said he suffered large cut wounds to his ankle and thigh. Police investigation indicated that Castro managed to climb back into this boat and was assisted by people passing by. He was transported to the Caye Caulker Polyclinic, but according to the police report, he succumbed to the injuries.
Accidents & Disasters
Local authorities to encourage water safety signs following fatal boating accident
Following the tragic boating accident on February 14th, which took the life of 17-year-old American teenage tourist Logan Ceylon Pratt, authorities in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, are planning to enforce safety water measures to avoid future tragedies.
Accidents & Disasters
Small group of islanders protest for the release of tour guide involved in tragic boat accident
The San Pedro Police continue investigating a boating accident in which an American teenage tourist lost her life. As per a report, the deceased, a 17-year-old female student from Oklahoma, USA, Logan Ceylon Pratt, was run over by a boat captained by tour guide Jesse Smith, 30, on Tuesday, February 14th. Smith was detained as the investigation continues. However, many of his friends and supporters protested in front of the police station on Wednesday, demanding Smith's release and saying he was not at fault and should not be charged.
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Investigation reveals early morning fire in DFC home was deliberately ignited
An investigation led by the local fire service into the cause of a blaze that destroyed four golf carts and damaged the front part of a house in the DFC subdivision south of San Pedro Town has been classified as an incendiary (arson) fire. The tragedy significantly affected Evelyn Cordon, 37, and her family. They need help, and if anyone can assist, they can be reached at 614-7280.
Accidents & Disasters
Tourist falls ill on snorkeling trip and later dies
On Tuesday, January 24th, medical responders, and volunteers rushed an unconscious male tourist to an ambulance on Barrier Reef Drive. He had been snorkeling at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve when he reportedly fell ill and was transported to the island for medical attention. Unfortunately, the visitor passed away.
Accidents & Disasters
Island retiree dies in elevator accident at San Pedro hotel
Police are investigating the death of Belizean American retiree Joy Quyle in San Pedro Town. Quyle lost her life after the elevator in which...
