As a result of the recent spate of gang-related shootings, instructions have been given to the respective Operations Commanders to come down hard on feuding gangs. Notwithstanding a late afternoon meeting at Old Belize, Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams did not join the Leadership Intervention Unit in dialoguing with gang members. Instead, he is reverting […]
There will be changes in the leadership of Eastern Division in the days ahead, as Senior Superintendent, Suzette Anderson, is being transferred to Belmopan to head the Western Region. Replacing her in Belize City is Assistant Commissioner of Police, Howell Gillett. These changes come at a critical time amid the increase in gang activity across […]
The Belize National Forensic Science Service, which falls under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is hosting the Third Belize Forensic Science Symposium. The professional development event is organized this year around the theme “Fostering Community, Pursuing Innovation and Instilling Confidence: The Role of Forensics in the Justice Ecosystem.” Scheduled speakers include judges, forensic pathologists and […]
The Ministry responsible for Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs, under the leadership of Minister Dolores Balderamos-Garcia, and the Minister of State, Elvia Vega, continues its latest tour of the Southern communities. The visit is to further the consultations on the F-PIC. protocol. Here is a look at the Ministry’s weekend trip down south, with comments from Minister […]
Accused of manslaughter by negligence in the death of Senior Superintendent of Police, Henry Jemmoth, Jasmine Hartin appeared before the San Pedro Magistrate Court this morning. There, the prosecution submitted additional pages of disclosure and several D.V.D.’s related to the allegation against her. The question is: will all this be enough to convince the court […]
Fifty youths from Belize and Trinidad and Tobago are taking part in a virtual journalism program called “Fact Check: Critical Thinking Journalism for Youths.” The two-week program, which is being sponsored by the U.S. Embassy, provides media literacy training for the budding writers and reporters. During the virtual opening on Tuesday, Minister of State in […]
Great Belize Television’s C.E.O., Marleni Cuellar, who is herself an award-winning journalist, was the keynote speaker during the Belize and Trinidad media training. She warned participants to be discerning about their sources, particularly with the overwhelming amount of information online, which can be used to support or negate a particular argument or position. Marleni […]
To celebrate International Children’s Day of Broadcasting this past weekend, the National Committee for Families and Children, N.C.F.C., facilitated an interview by a member of the Children’s Advisory Board with the Charge d’Affairs of the U.S. Embassy in Belmopan. During her session, I’munique [Eye-mun-eek] Ochoa asked for details about a program other Belizean high school […]
The Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management announced today that Anthony Mai has been promoted to Chief Environmental Officer. According to a government release, Mai has over fifteen years experience working with the Department of Environment, most recently as the senior environmental officer. He possesses a graduate degree with a concentration in […]
A memorial ceremony was held today at the House of Culture in Belize City for the late Herbert Panton, a U.D.P. stalwart and Attorney at Law who passed away suddenly one week ago. Described as being the life of the party at special events or on special occasions, like September tenth, Panton was also described […]
Senior Crown Counsel, Javier Chan, who was Herbert Panton’s colleague in the legal profession, reflected on the life of the man he called friend. Javier Chan, Senior Crown Counsel “Death was not a state that Herbert regarded with any trepidation. He was ready to embrace death. He always told me on the many occasions […]
Also reflecting on the life of Herbert Panton at today’s memorial at the House of Culture was U.D.P. Chairman, Mike Peyrefitte. Mike Peyrefitte, UDP Chairman “On behalf of the United Democratic Party, I just want to say respect to the family. I want to honour my brother and friend, Herbie Panton. Indeed, “kilich kalach”. […]
Twenty-six-year-old Gilroy Thomas and twenty-four-year-old Tyrique Swaso have been arrested and charged for the weekend murder of Emroy Tracey. Tracey was fatally stabbed during an altercation near the corners of Curassow and Iguana streets in Belize City on Saturday. During the scuffle, a knife was produced by one of the men who proceeded to stab […]
An alleged burglar lost his life over the weekend when he was attacked by a property owner in Santa Rosa Village. Jeremiah Ack was found motionless when police arrived on the scene; his purported killer was the one who led the responding officers to the location. According to Manuel Bo, his home was burglarized by […]
A customer service representative was shot on Monday morning, shortly after midnight as he was socializing with a group of men on Bocotora Street here in Belize City. Cory Popper was struck once to his body when someone from inside a black, four-door pickup took aim at them with a firearm. Multiple shots were fired, […]
A thirty-four-year-old Belize City resident met a tragic end over the weekend on Caye Caulker. Rashaad Gillett, a well-known Belize City traffic officer, was at The Split on Sunday when he decided to go for a swim. Unbeknownst to his relatives who were on the beach, Gillett was facing serious difficulties in the water. Minutes […]
Day four of the Belikin La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge was almost a snapshot of day one, with Team PACT dominating the event. The race started last Friday at the foot of the Hawkesworth Bridge in Santa Elena, Cayo, and travelled one hundred and seventy-five miles to the Belcan Bridge in Belize City on […]
Prime Minister John Briceño is heading a delegation to Taiwan this week. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China, Taiwan, in a release, welcomed the Prime Minister’s visit to Taiwan. The statement goes on to say that Prime Minister Briceño will be welcomed with military honors and a state banquet before receiving […]
At its last meeting, Cabinet also recommended that the Cannabis Control and Licensing Bill be introduced at the next Sitting of the House of Representatives. Upon adoption of the Cannabis Control Bill, the licensing of the Cannabis industry and the establishment of necessary legislative framework will be undertaken. This is to govern and control how the […]
She was put to death in 1963, after a skewed justice system condemned her for the death of her abusive policeman common-law-husband. Now, on the occasion of International Women’s Day, Cabinet has announced that an application be made that Nora Parham – the only woman to ever be sentenced and put to death in Belize […]
As to the historic wrong that Cabinet is seeking to correct, Minister Garcia says no right thinking member of society today would have wished for Ms. Parham to be convicted. Minister Garcia contends that a decision today would have seen a different outcome. Dolores Balderamos-Garcia, Minister of Human Development “First of all, even if […]
A fatal mishap on Friday afternoon in Orange Walk District has claimed the life of twenty-seven-year-old Abner Magana. It is reported that Magana was riding a scooter along the Yo Creek Road when he collided into a bridge. The impact of the collision flung Magana under the concrete bridge. Despite being rushed to the Northern […]
Fifty-four-year-old Ermin Basto was seriously injured on Sunday afternoon in Xaibe Village when he was allegedly chopped during an altercation with another individual. The incident took place on an unnamed street within the village. It is reported that Eulogio Nah Jr., who is on the run from police, inflicted the machete wound on Basto. […]
A Belize City resident is lucky to have escaped grave injuries when he was fired upon by an unknown assailant as he stood near a grocery store on Freetown Road. The incident happened on Saturday night and has left Charles Reid recovering from gunshot wounds he received during the attack. ASP Fitzroy Yearwood “Sometime […]
A Belize Electricity Company Limited employee reportedly fell from a high post and died over the weekend. Reports are that San Jose Succotz resident, Carlos Rodriquez, was working at the Chalillo Dam when he plunged to his death. He was reportedly transported to the K.H.M.H. where he was pronounced dead on arrival. A release from […]
