The family of little Ezekiel Nesbitt who died in Punta Gorda earlier this month under mysterious circumstances has gotten the results of a second autopsy, performed at their request by a pathologist in Florida. Dr. Abdullah Fatteh from the Broward County, Florida coroner’s office told News Five today that he could not comment on the […]
While the family of Ezekiel Nesbitt is now more convinced than ever that his death was the result of foul play, indications from the Cayo District are that a child’s death there was an accident. Six year old Theodoro Sotz of Roaring Creek is believed to have drowned after falling off a river ferry this […]
In Belize City, the doctors for a five-year-old boy hit by a dump truck on Friday are keeping a close watch on his condition. Andyvan Andrews who wound up under the front portion of the truck after he ran across Jane Usher Boulevard, suffered severe damage to one arm, a bruised lung and a mangled […]
Police say a Honduran man found at Long Coco Caye on Saturday appears to have died after a series of electric shocks. The body identified as Manuel de Jesus Madrid was discovered by a fisherman from Big Falls, Toledo. Sources tell News Five the clothing had been removed and there were bruises to various parts […]
A sixteen-year-old Belize City youth has been charged with attempted murder in connection with the shooting of a San Ignacio jeweler last week. The youth has also been charged with dangerous harm, attempted robbery and conspiracy to commit robbery. Two men, Jermaine August of Belmopan and Amin August of Santa Elena, have also been charged […]
It’s not for everyone but beginning on Tuesday, Western Union’s new “Quick Pay” will mean Belizean businesses can get their money transfers faster and with fewer hassles. With the new payment system, businesses can receive money from individuals all over the world the day after the payment is made. Danette Burns, Western Union “When we […]
Well, you can go back to answering your phone in the normal fashion because Channel Five’s “Gimme Five” birthday week is over. But it certainly was fun and hosts for the week William Neal, Neil Hall and News Five’s very own Janelle Chanona had a great time giving away a range of prizes from our […]
One hundred and one disabled persons came out to the National Stadium for the 1999 National Special Olympics on Saturday. The event, which the Special Olympics Committee is hoping to make an annual one, helped build the confidence of all who participated. The organizers just hope next time more potential athletes will find the courage […]
Good evening, I’m James Adderley so strap on for this evening’s ride on Sports Monday. The second round of the B.F.L. Tournament got underway this weekend and Acros Bombers of Belize City, who came in with one win of nine previous games, were hoping for a big turn around against La Victoria at the M.C.C. […]
