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Commissioner of Police (ComPol) Chester Williams
Police News
Jasmine Hartin remains in police custody after senior cop is killed
Well-known island businesswoman Jasmine Hartin, partner of entrepreneur/developer Andrew Ashcroft, remains in police custody following the fatal shooting death of Superintendent of Police Henry Jemmott. 42-year-old Jemmott was apparently shot in the head with his own gun while socializing with Hartin.
Police News
Superintendent Henry Jemmott fatally shot in San Pedro Town; island businesswoman detained for questioning
The Belize Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its senior officers. Superintendent Henry Jemmott was fatally shot in the early hours of Friday, May 28th, while socializing with a female friend on a dock in front of a beach resort south of downtown San Pedro. At a press briefing later that day, Commissioner of Police (ComPol) Chester Williams identified the female as Jasmine Hartin, the partner of Andrew Ashcroft, son of Lord Michael Ashcroft. She was taken to the San Pedro Police Station for questioning.
Community and Society
Central and local government officials meet with stakeholders to address police issues affecting island tourism
To discuss and find solutions to challenges tourism is facing in San Pedro Town and address the recent increase in reports of questionable police conduct, a meeting was held on Tuesday, May 18th, with central and local government officials and island stakeholders. BTB Chairman Tillet assured that all concerns are considered and emphasized the importance of keeping the lines of communication open.
Community and Society
Curfew extended for another month
The current curfew, Sundays to Thursdays from 10PM to 5AM, and Fridays and Saturdays-midnight to 5AM, will continue for another 30 days. The extension was announced on Saturday, May 15th by Commissioner of Police (ComPol) Chester Williams.
Travel & Tourism
Despite an unfortunate arrest in Caye Caulker; tourist still loves Belize
After she was arrested for violating the facemask law, an upset American tourist appreciates the efforts made by the Area Representative of Belize Rural South (Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker) the Honourable Andre Perez, and the community in making her feel welcome.
Community and Society
Police investigation into the double murder of Dr. Gary Swank and islander Mario Graniel stalls; main suspect believed dead
The last murders registered on Ambergris Caye occurred on June 23, 2019, involving local tour guide Mario Graniel and an American National Dr. Gary...
Community and Society
Superintendent Christopher Noble and his team commended for great work on the islands
Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker experienced a significant decrease in major crime activities during the last six months of 2019. On Ambergris Caye, one of the highlights was the lack of murders and the removal of several firearms from the streets, 11 of them in December alone.
Community and Society
National News: Police Department introduces new measure to tackle crime in 2020
A leaked memo from within the Belize Police Department invaded social media on Saturday, December 28th, giving the impression that police were abusing their level of profiling persons at all vehicular checkpoints.
