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Superintendent Reymundo Reyes
Community and Society
Child ‘kidnapping’ case opens questions on child custody laws
The public is reminded that under the Laws of Belize when a marriage or common-law union dissolves, the same benefits as maintenance and a division of properties are equal, but the child custody is not. When married couples separate, the custody of the child is equally shared (50 %) to each parent, which means both have a saying in all decisions involving the child. When in a common-law union breaks, 100% custody automatically goes to the mother, and the father only has visiting rights. However, a father can always fight that decision via the Family Court if he has proof that the mother is a harm to the chil
Community and Society
San Pedro Police looking for father who allegedly kidnapped son
San Pedro Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Luis Manuel Llanos, who has been accused of kidnapping his son Jaysen Manny Lanos and is allegedly in San Pedro Town.
Crime & Violence
Danillo Villatoro to be arraigned in Belize City for the murder of Corporal Alfonso Guy
After being charged for the death of 51-year-old police Corporal #780 Alfonso Guy, 25-year-old Danilo Villatoro was transported to Belize City on Monday, January 14th, where he will be arraigned for the crime of murder at the Belize City Magistrate Court.
Police News
Caye Caulker visitor not charged for apparently discharging a firearm in public
Caye Caulker residents are questioning the basis under which police released a former resident accused of discharging his licensed gun in public.
Police News
Suspected human bones found north of San Pedro Town
The discovery was made on Tuesday, December 4th after a search was conducted by police officers following reports of possible shallow graves on the northern side of the island.
Police News
North Ambergris Caye’s Police Sub-Station vandalized and in need of renovations
Although police claim to be getting satisfying results, the police sub-station is due for much-needed renovations, and recently, was vandalized.
Community and Society
San Pedro Head of Police addresses traffic offense controversy and alleged police extortion
The officer in Charge of the Coastal Executive Unit (Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker) Superintendent Reymundo Reyes weighed in on the reported incidents, stating that he has begun to address the allegations within his personnel. He further encourages residents to not allow any law enforcer officer to violate their rights and to report any wrongdoings immediately.
