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NTUCB Joins BSCFA’s Call for Urgent Sugar Impasse Solution

Turning back to developments in the north where sugar industry remains in crisis at the start of a new crop.  Late this afternoon, the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association, joined by the National Trade Union Congress of Belize, held a press conference while Prime Minister Briceño and his team continued to meet in a closed-door […]

Police Keeping the Peace in Orange Walk amidst Tensions between B.S.I. and B.S.C.F.A.

There was a heavy police and military presence on the ground in Orange Walk on Thursday, while members of the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association protested through the principal streets. Fortunately, there were no incidents and police remain vigilant. Today Commissioner of Police Chester Williams responded to assertions that the department is in favor of […]

ComPol Says B.D.F. Soldiers on Standby

According to Williams, B.S.C.F.A. members will continue to be allowed to peacefully demonstrate. If things get out of hand and emotions run high, Belize Defence Force soldiers will intervene as a last resort. Williams says the hope is that both sides come to a mutual agreement without any physical conflicts.   Chester Williams, Commissioner of […]

Who Murdered Christian Ramos and Why?

Police in Belize City continue to investigate the murder of eighteen-year-old Christian Ramos. His body was found stuffed inside a shipping container in Belize City on Wednesday morning. Ramos had gone missing two days before Christmas after leaving his mother’s house. He left on Christmas Eve following a minor dispute with his sister. He initially […]

Murder Count Below 100 says Police Commissioner

The long Christmas weekend recorded three murders. This, according to Police Commissioner Chester Williams, threw a monkey wrench into department’s statistics. Williams says that so far the murder count is currently below the one hundred mark. But, the year is not yet over and so, the department is working to ensure maximum safety and crime […]

Witnesses in Murder Case Retract Statements

Earlier this month we told you about Delson Paguada. He remains at the Belize Central Prison after being convicted, along with his brother Tionne Paguada, for the murder of Paul Jex. He was also accused of the shooting death of American tourist J’Bria Bowen in San Pedro Town. Two days after her son was arrested […]

Hildebrandt Codd Remains on the Lam

Thirty-six-year-old Hildebrandt Codd remains on the lam. He was convicted in absentia of the murder of Densmore Bowman, earlier this month. That’s because Codd escaped from lawful custody moments before the verdict was handed down. He has yet to be located, but investigators believe that he is hiding in Belmopan and is being assisted by […]

They Stole an Entire ATM that had No Cash

On Thursday, we told you about the daring ATM theft at U Mall in Ladyville. The perpetrators ripped the Heritage Bank ATM from building with the help of a van. The incident was captured on camera and tonight investigators are looking for the man who rented the van. Police Commissioner Chester Williams says that the […]

ComPol says Elmer Nah’s Mere Presence is Intimidating

Commissioner of Police Chester Williams stands by his decision to dismiss four police officers suspected of involvement in the landing of a drug plane in Bladen on November fifth, 2021. One of those men is the infamous Elmer Nah who stands accused of the triple murder of brothers, Jon and David Ramnarace and Jon’s wife, […]

News Five Investigates Child Mortality at Public Hospitals

In part one of our Hospital Horrors investigative series, we told you about the nightmarish experiences of Leah Woodeye, Deon Woodeye and Nayomi Guerrero, two separate experiences at two different hospitals.  Tonight, we take a closer look at some specific points they highlighted from their encounters. We also hear from Doctor Natalia Beer the Maternal […]

Families seek Justice for Baby Aaron and Deon

Guerrero’s nightmare at the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital was far from over after her newborn son, Aaron Allen, died inside the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. At the time that Aaron Allen’s body was being held in the hospital morgue, a second newborn named Aaron Jones was also being housed. Aaron Allen’s body was released by […]

Prime Minister Promises Big for 2024

As 2023 draws to a close, many are taking time to reflect on their achievements of the past year and goals for the approaching year. This includes the Government of Belize that, in a New Year message from Prime Minister John Briceño, reviewed the progress the country made this year and shared his administration’s optimism […]

Shyne Barrow Says He Plans To “Rescue Belize”

Not to be left out of the conversation, Leader of the opposition, Moses “Shyne” Barrow had his own end of year review to share offer. In his message to the public, Barrow states that Belize is in a state of “disaster” and that with the help of his fellow Belizeans, he can rescue it. Here’s […]

Bailiff Brandon Gillett Out On $10,000 Bail For Gun Charges

You may recall that, just a few days ago, municipal court bailiff Brandon Gillett was remanded to the Belize Central Prison on multiple firearms offenses. The thirty-eight-year-old spent a total of five nights behind bars, including Christmas. However, on Thursday, Gillett was released on ten thousand dollars bail and is spending his second night at […]

ComPol Praises Residents Who Captured Suspected Thieves

On Thursday, we told you of the community effort in San Pablo Village, Orange Walk that led to the detention of two suspected thieves. The two men reportedly robbed Jay’s Mini Mart after pretending to be customers. One of them attacked a customer with a knife, while the other grabbed over a thousand dollars and […]

It’s Part of the Festivities to Burst Firecrackers, Fireworks

Every year, Christmas and New Year festivities come with hundreds of fire crackers and dozens of fireworks across the country. For some, these are all part of the festivities. For others, it’s a nuisance. It is noise pollution and rather frustrating. Some have taken to Facebook, asking the Belize Police Department to target children who […]

Belizeans Share Their 2024 Year Intentions

As the year winds down, many are delving into reflection, carefully examining personal milestones, shaping new aspirations, and assessing the impact of past strategies. This introspective process becomes the cornerstone for a refreshed plan with the turn of the calendar. In our final Look on the Bright Side for 2023, we took to the streets […]