Crime & Violence
Vildo Westby sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Felix Ayuso
Vildo Lorenzo Westby has been officially sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of island activist Felix Ayuso.
Crime & Violence
13 of 28 escaped prisoners recaptured; one killed during recapture
At press time, 14 prisoners remain at large and are believed to still be within the Belize District. The public is advised to be cautious and to call 911 with any information that may lead to the apprehension of the escapees.
Crime & Violence
Candlelight Vigil held to honor Marisela Gonzalez; residents question police arrest protocols
Residents honored the memory of Marisela Gonzalez via a peaceful candlelight vigil. While the community clamors for justice, her husband David Gonzalez has been officially charged with her murder.
Crime & Violence
Two persons in custody following the murder of Marisela Gonzales
Marisela Gonzales was found shot to death at the Marina Area south of San Pedro Town, and police currently have 2 people in custody, including her husband David Gonzalez.
Crime & Violence
Belize launches campaign to end Child Marriage and Early Unions
Data shows that Belize has the second-highest rate in child marriages and early unions in the Caribbean region, and the NCFC hopes to end this practice by providing young girls and boys the best of the opportunities to be strong and productive Belizeans.
Crime & Violence
Podcast “Down the Path” delves into Dr. Gary Swank and Mario Graniel’s double homicide
Season 2 of the podcast "Down the Path" explores the situation surrounding the murders of Dr. Gary Swank and Mario Graniel on June 23, 2019.
Crime & Violence
Christian Espat acquitted of charges in connection to 2017 San Pedrito shooting
Following his trial at the Supreme Court in Belize City, Christian Espat was acquitted of murder charges in the shooting of Lloyd Tyndall.
Crime & Violence
Two in custody for separate armed robberies in San Pedro
Two armed robberies in one day: one in DFC and one in the center of town, both in broad daylight. Police have two people in custody.