In a remarkable display of resilience, 88-year-old farmer Gabriel Teck survived a violent assault while working on his property in Yo Creek Village, Orange Walk District. The incident, which occurred on the morning of February 24, 2026, has resulted in one detention as police continue their investigation.
According to official reports, the altercation erupted approximately at 9:00 a.m. when Teck was accompanied by another individual identified solely as ‘Negro Lopez.’ Investigators state that Lopez allegedly accused the elderly farmer of consuming his personal food supplies before launching a sudden attack using a farming implement.
The severity of the assault makes Teck’s survival particularly extraordinary given his advanced age and the nature of the injuries sustained. Law enforcement officials revealed that following the stabbing, Teck demonstrated incredible presence of mind by independently extracting the farm fork from his chest. Displaying tremendous fortitude, the octogenarian then proceeded to walk toward the nearest main roadway to seek assistance.
Emergency services transported Teck to Northern Regional Hospital where medical staff admitted him in reportedly stable condition. His current prognosis remains undisclosed as authorities continue gathering evidence regarding the circumstances surrounding the violent encounter.
Police have confirmed one individual remains in custody as the investigation progresses, though formal charges have not yet been publicly disclosed. The case has drawn attention to rural community safety and the vulnerabilities faced by elderly agricultural workers in remote farming regions.