We have been reporting on a rash of murders, at least eleven persons have been killed since last Thursday. On Wednesday, hours after Derrick Tracy was gunned down in the city, a businessman was shot and killed in Hattieville. Carlton Wade was inside his shop in the village, when he came under attack by gunmen. […]
Tonight, we know some more about the investigation into the murders of Mario Graniel and Doctor Gary Swank. The cold-blooded execution a few miles off of Ambergris Caye has left that island community reeling in shock and fear. And police have been hot on the murder trail. On Wednesday night, Commissioner of Police met with […]
This morning, a wanted poster for twenty-three-year-old Christian Espat, a well-known person to police and alleged gangster on San Pedro Town, began circulating on social media. Espat was reportedly wanted for questioning for the double murder of tour guide Mario Graniel and prominent US doctor Gary Swank. On Wednesday, several persons including a woman were […]
On Wednesday night, Commissioner of Police Chester Williams and other security personnel, as well as Minister of Tourism Manuel Heredia, met with the San Pedro community to discuss the way forward in light of the double murder of well-known tour guide Mario Graniel and visitor Gary Swank. Williams informed the residents about his plans to […]
The murder of American citizen Doctor Gary Swank of the State of Virginia has sparked wide spread coverage in the international media. That bad press is already costing Belize’s tourism industry as hotels are getting cancellations. On Wednesday, we were at the U.S. Embassy where we spoke with the visiting Deputy Director of Central American […]
The General Sales Tax Department is conducting an audit of B.T.L.’s accounts. News Five has received voluminous information and documents which show the telecom giant purportedly owing the Government of Belize millions of dollars in G.S.T. Said debt dates back to 2012, which according to the documents obtained show that by the end of 2017 […]
Information to News Five is that B.T.L. Chair Net Vasquez wrote to Financial Secretary asking for a write-off. Joseph Waight says he has not seen a letter. We attempted several times to get in contact with Acting Commissioner of GST, Evan Brown but all our attempts have proved futile. We did manage to ask Cabinet […]
On Wednesday, the Senate passed the Tax Administration and Procedure Bill which ultimately seeks to increase government revenues. The bill merges the Income Tax and General Sales Tax departments. The new law also seeks to strengthen the collection of taxes and enforce penalties for companies and entities which have and continue to evade paying taxes […]
Murder victim, Derrick Tracey travelled to Belize City from his hometown, Dangriga. Within forty-eight hours of his arrival in the City, he was shot to death in the south side. Police have no records of any run-ins with the law and are baffled by his murder. News Five’s Isani Cayetano reports. Isani Cayetano, Reporting […]
ASP Alejandro Cowo today gave an update on the quintuple murder of: Ernest Wills Senior, Winston Santos, Travis Cooke, Allyson Jones and Jamar Martinez. The five men were murdered at sea between Swallow Caye and Mapp Caye and their bodies discovered between Wednesday and Saturday. It is believed that the group, who were out on […]
Meanwhile in Corozal, the investigation into the murder of David Martinez continues. He was shot multiple times to the back and head by two gunmen who opened fire at the victim and two other men who were socializing in front of Martinez’s house on San Andres Road in Corozal Town. In the wake of his […]
It was a formal occasion in Belmopan this morning. Outstanding police officers in the department were honoured for service and for excelling in recent exams. Sergeant Leroy Hernandez has been in the line of duty for nineteen years, he also placed at the top of the recent police promotional exams. Today, he was gleaming with […]
A couple was assaulted during a home invasion on the Cristo Rey Road in the west. Canadian national, Evan Anderson and his common-law wife were retiring for the night when three armed men entered their home, demanding that Anderson hand over the keys to his vehicle. The woman was bound while her husband was taken […]
He arrived in Belize via the northern border with Mexico on Sunday night, and by Monday evening, French national Gabriel Jacket was hospitalized at the K.H.M.H. for injuries he sustained to his head. According to Jacket, he made his way to Sarteneja Village earlier that morning and set up a hammock on the beach. He, […]
On Tuesday, we reported on a disturbing case coming out of Belmopan where a young woman was kidnapped by her boyfriend, who beat on her repeatedly. While police say there were no previous reports of domestic violence, the images show that Illona Cooke went through a horrific ordeal at the hands of someone she knew […]
Last week, we reported about the sudden disappearance of two men on north Ambergris Caye. Silverio Cal and Melvin Montesino were last seen on June thirteenth when they were riding a motorcycle heading to the northern part of the island. A massive search for the men has turned up little to no clues. On Wednesday, […]
An elderly resident of San Antonio Village lost his life earlier this week after being struck by a vehicle while he was attempting to board a commuter bus. Eighty-year-old Pablo Ack was knocked down and killed as he made his way across the road toward the waiting bus. Police have since detained the driver of […]
A group of nationals coming from diverse cultures and countries have made Belize their home and country. They are the third group this year to pledge allegiance as citizens of Belize after going through a vetting process. The oath was administered by officials of the Nationality and Passport Department in Belmopan. Going forward, they are […]
There has been a growing need for medical services and facilities in San Pedro which is the number one tourist destination in the country. Often, persons who require emergency treatment must be transported from the island to Belize City. This week, one company stepped to the plate to assist to fill the void. Rickilee Response […]
A resident of Maskall Village in the Belize District is the latest winners of fifteen thousand dollars courtesy of Scratch and Win. Mister Martinez, as he referred to himself to protect his identity and winnings, purchased four tickets on Monday night, he won only two dollars through the bonus. That ticket was then redeemed for […]
The Image Factory and Art Foundation opened its Ka`añaar Graphic Art Exhibition on Wednesday. The showcase displays the graphic art work of Belizean and Cuban artist Falco and Lito. Yasser Musa of the Image Factory and Art Foundation tells us more about the collaboration and pieces in the exhibition. Yasser Musa, Director, Image Factory […]
Leave no man behind – that’s the theme for this year’s National Testing Day. It’s a clear call for Belizean men to head out to get tested on Friday. In tonight’s healthy living we find out more about the upcoming testing day. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting It’s a simple finger prick and a five minute […]
