Friday, December 5, 2025

Crime & Violence

Beloved local activist and Sanpedrano Felix Ayuso found dead inside his home

San Pedro Police have confirmed the death of island activist and friend Mr. Felix Ayuso. His body has been taken to KHMH for a post mortem investigation.

U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) offering reward in the case of U.S. Citizen, Anne Swaney

The FBI is offering a reward of up to US $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Anne Swaney.

Ernesto Caliz court trial for sexual assault adjourned

On Friday, January 6th, 62-year-old Ernesto Caliz, accused of sexually assaulting a toddler, faced his first court session at the San Pedro Magistrate Court.

Dorian Pakeman charged for Dean Dawson’s death

Suspended Director of the Government Press Office Dorian Pakeman has been formally arraigned and charge for the death of Dean Dawson.

Melvin Montesino charged for stabbing

On Monday, January 2nd, 32-year-old Belizean Tour Guide, Henry Williams was allegedly stabbed by Melvin Montesino, after a dispute at a local night club.

SPTC Supervisor Ernesto Caliz accused of sexually assaulting a toddler

62 year-old Ernesto Caliz Sr., former supervisor at The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC), was charged with sexual assault on a 3-year-old child.

Hungarian National arrested in San Pedro for fraud

On Wednesday, December 7th at around 4PM, San Pedro Police detained 62-year-old Hungarian National Nagy Maria Sandorne Dobrai on suspicion of embezzlement.

US Embassy Provides Training to Improve Investigations into Aquatic deaths

The US Embassy in Belmopan, Belize has stated that 39 people underwent an Aquatic Homicidal Death Investigation Training.