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San Pedro Police
Crime & Violence
Police Await DPP Advice on Fatal Dispute Between Daniel Salazar and Father
San Pedro Police are awaiting directives from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) on whether island resident Daniel Salazar, 39, will be held criminally liable for the death of his father, 59-year-old Rubio Salazar. Daniel is accused of allegedly causing his father’s death on Saturday, June 14th, during a domestic altercation at their home in the San Mateo area, north of San Pedro Town.
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San Pedro Man Dies After Police Detention; Investigation Underway
Authorities have launched an investigation into the death of 23-year-old Selvin Sealy, who died shortly after being detained by police in San Pedro Town on Monday, May 12th. The incident has raised questions about the circumstances surrounding his arrest and the use of force by law enforcement.
Accidents & Disasters
Police investigate deaths of two foreign nationals in falling accidents
San Pedro Police are investigating the deaths of two individuals—one Mexican national and one Canadian national—who fell from buildings in separate incidents. Both incidents occurred north of San Pedro Town. The first occurred on Saturday, April 26th, at a construction site, while the second occurred early the following morning at a resort.
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Christian Ramos and Trevor Lopez charged for robbery at Alfaro’s Construction and Design Company
Following the bold daylight robbery at Alfaro’s Construction and Design Company, police have arrested and charged Christian Denver Ramos, 19, from Belize City, and Trevor Ralph Lopez, 27, from DFC Area in San Pedro Town, with two counts of Robbery. Authorities are searching for a third suspect identified in a police flyer as McLane Gerardin August. Anyone with information leading to his apprehension is urged to call Crime Stoppers at 922 or contact their nearest police station.
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Samuel Bolaños charged for the shooting death of Matthew Moses
On Friday, March 7th, police announced the formal arrest and charging of 27-year-old Samuel Bolaños from Dangriga Town for the murder of Matthew Jonathan Moses. This tragic incident took place on November 8, 2024, in northern Ambergris Caye, where 46-year-old Moses was shot and killed.
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Police investigate stabbing incident during San Pedro Carnaval
San Pedro Police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred during the annual carnaval celebration on the island. The victim has been identified as 35-year-old Jerome Mejia, who suffered four stab wounds and was airlifted to Belize City for further medical treatment.
Accidents & Disasters
American woman dies following a diving tour near Ambergris Caye
Police are investigating the death of an American national, Dawn Michele Rhoades, 55, who fell ill during a scuba diving tour near San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. Mrs. Rhoades received Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) while being transported back to San Pedro. She was then taken by ambulance to Ambergris Hope Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
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Alvaro Tun acquitted of Elder Arana murder
On February 22, 2025, a court ruling acquitted Alvaro Tun, a 34-year-old resident of San Pedro, of the murder charge related to the death of Elder Arana. This case attracted considerable attention due to its circumstances. The events leading to the trial began on March 5, 2023, when Arana was fatally stabbed during a bar fight in San Pedro. Throughout the legal proceedings, Tun maintained his innocence.
