Police News
Professional Standards Branch Brings Independent Police Oversight to San Pedro
The Belize Police Service's Professional Standards Branch (formerly Internal Affairs) has officially established a presence in San Pedro, with Officer in Charge Corporal Jose Hernandez confirming that the unit is now operational. The branch will handle complaints from residents of both San Pedro and neighboring Caye Caulker. Arrangements are currently underway to establish a permanent office outside of the San Pedro Police Station.
Community and Society
Foundation for Belize Donates Body Cameras and QR Patrol System to San Pedro Police
The Foundation for Belize has donated more than a dozen body-worn cameras to the San Pedro Police Formation as part of an initiative to strengthen transparency, accountability, and public safety on Ambergris Caye. The handover took place on Monday, July 7th, during a formal ceremony in San Pedro Town. The donation was presented by the Foundation for Belize founder, Joseph Cooper, to Officer in Charge Inspector Jorge Lemus and Sergeant Gabriel Martinez, who accepted the cameras on behalf of the patrol officers who will use the equipment.
Crime & Violence
Several Persons in Custody Following Double Homicide at Island Supermarket
Police in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, are actively investigating the double homicide that claimed the lives of security guard Daniel Jones and Lebanese businessman Yahya Mohamed Harmouch, locally known as David Harmouch, on Sunday night, June 28th. Following the fatal shooting at Island Supermarket, located north of San Pedro Town, police have detained several persons of interest. The business had recently reopened after being targeted in a burglary and arson incident in December 2025.
Police News
$6,000 Reward Offered Following Burglary South of San Pedro
The South Ambergris Caye Neighborhood Watch (SACNW) is appealing to the public for assistance following an aggravated burglary at a residence approximately 3.5 miles south of San Pedro Town. The community organization has established an anonymous tip line. It is offering a reward of BZD $6,000 for information leading to the arrest of those responsible and the recovery of stolen property.
Crime & Violence
Police Investigating Death of Man Struck with Shovel in Caye Caulker
Police are continuing their investigation into the death of a Caye Caulker resident who was fatally struck on the head with a shovel during a confrontation on the northern side of the island on June 13th. Authorities have identified the deceased as 45-year-old Oscar Genaro Flota and say they are seeking one primary suspect in connection with the incident.
Crime & Violence
Police Await DPP Guidance in Fatal San Pedro Motorcycle Accident
San Pedro police are awaiting guidance from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) as they continue investigating the fatal motorcycle accident that claimed one life and injured another on June 11th in downtown San Pedro. Police identified the deceased as 33-year-old Gilberto Ismael Noble, who sustained severe head injuries in the collision. The second victim, 23-year-old Vincent Donaji Canul, suffered a fracture to his right foot. According to police, Canul was operating the motorcycle at the time of the accident.
Crime & Violence
Christian Espat and Michael Brown Stand Trial in 2023 Triple Murder
The High Court in Belize City has set October 13th as the start date for the trial of Christian Espat and Michael Brown, who are currently remanded at the Kolbe Foundation-Belize Central Prison in connection with the 2023 triple murder of Carlos Chi, Delmar Rodriguez, and three-year-old Amarie Rodriguez in San Pedro. The trial will allow two key witnesses to testify virtually after expressing safety concerns to the prosecution and the court.
Police News
Police Investigate Armed Robbery at San Pedrito Shop
Police are investigating an armed robbery at a grocery store that occurred on Monday, June 1st, in the San Pedrito subdivision. The culprit reportedly fled the store after threatening the shop owner with a firearm and making off with several items and an undisclosed amount of cash.
Crime & Violence
Bartender shot in San Pedro; one person detained
On Thursday, May 7th, 32-year-old bartender Winston Cayetano was shot in the shoulder following an argument with a man on the street. Cayetano was rushed to the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II, where he was treated and later released. Police have detained one person as they investigate this latest shooting incident on the island.
Police News
Caye Caulker Resident Charged with Unlicensed Firearm and Ammunition Possession
Twenty-five-year-old Herman Ciego has been charged with keeping a firearm without a gun license and keeping ammunition without a gun license. Ciego, from Belize City, was detained over the Easter weekend after police responded to a disturbance on Caye Caulker.
Police News
Caye Caulker Police Officers Involved in Chase and Shootout
Police officers in Caye Caulker came under fire over the Easter weekend after pursuing masked suspects on a LIFAN three-wheeled cargo vehicle. No one was injured in the exchange, and the suspects managed to escape in a nearby boat.