The tranquil village of Bullet Tree Falls in the Cayo District was plunged into grief and disbelief on the morning of November 10, 2025, following the brutal stabbing of Marty Thorne, a beloved 65-year-old businesswoman and Canadian national. Thorne, the owner of Raw Spa Cabanas, was discovered with multiple stab wounds outside her residence by a caretaker who had arrived at the property. The incident, which occurred around 7:30 a.m., has left the tight-knit community reeling and prompted a full-scale police investigation. Assistant Superintendent of Police Stacy Smith confirmed that Thorne’s body was found with visible injuries and is awaiting a postmortem examination. Thorne, who had lived in Belize for decades, was described as a kind and friendly individual with no known enemies. Her tragic death has raised concerns about rising crime in the area, with neighbors like Michael Waight calling for increased security to protect local businesses and residents. Waight, a long-time friend of Thorne, expressed his devastation, stating that such violence was unprecedented in the community. Authorities are yet to determine the motive behind the attack, leaving family, friends, and the community in search of answers and justice.