In a chilling turn of events, police are actively pursuing a suspect linked to a violent chopping incident in August Pine Ridge, Orange Walk District. The case came to light when a distressed father reported that his 34-year-old son, Juan Diaz, returned home in the early hours of November 5, 2025, with severe injuries to his head, back, and hands. Diaz, a Belizean laborer, had been attacked by two unidentified men around 3 a.m. and managed to reach home before collapsing unconscious. Assistant Superintendent of Police Stacy Smith confirmed that officers from the Orange Walk Police Formation’s Crimes Investigation Branch visited the Northern Regional Hospital after being informed of Diaz’s condition. The investigation has identified one person of interest, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. This incident has raised concerns about safety in the community, as police continue their efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice.