Shooting in the City Leaves Two Injured

There was a shooting incident in Belize City on Friday night that has left two men hospitalized.  Police say that the men were socializing when the shooter attacked them. Senior Superintendent Hilberto Romero says that the gun violence is believed to be the result of a feud between two gangs.

Sr. Supt. Hilberto Romero, Deputy Head, National Crimes Investigation Branch

“There was a shooting on Lake View Street in Belize City where two persons shot. Information was that they were hanging in a yard when a male person came and fired shots over a fence. The two victims are Francis Nolberto and Kent Flores. They received injuries to the body and were taken to the K.H.M.H.  They are presently in a stable condition. We are seeking one suspect in connection with this shooting.”

Hilberto Romero

Andrea Polanco

“Any motive you are investigating, sir?”

Sr. Supt. Hilberto Romero

“Rivalry between groups in that area.”