BELIZE CITY – The noticeable reduction of police presence along the George Price Highway has prompted public inquiry into law enforcement operations. Regular commuters have observed the absence of previously consistent checkpoints, particularly at the mile four location, raising questions about permanent closure.
Senior Superintendent Reymundo Reyes, Eastern Division Commander, has clarified the situation in an official statement. Contrary to public speculation about abandoned operations, the Belize Police Department is implementing a strategic reallocation of resources. “We are limiting the checkpoints being conducted in the area,” Reyes explained. “Both assigned police officers remain available for immediate deployment.”
The revised operational approach maintains readiness for rapid response scenarios rather than maintaining constant visible presence. Superintendent Reyes emphasized that personnel will mobilize promptly when specific intelligence indicates criminal activity, particularly involving drug trafficking, firearms transportation, or vehicle interception requirements following robbery incidents.
This tactical adjustment represents a shift toward intelligence-driven policing rather than routine checkpoint maintenance. Law enforcement officials stress that the change enhances operational efficiency while maintaining security capabilities. The Eastern Division confirms that this strategic modification allows for optimized resource distribution across multiple crime prevention initiatives without compromising public safety objectives along critical transportation corridors.