In a controversial turn of events, charges against Christy Guzman for the fatal shooting of Wilson Hernandez have been withdrawn. The incident, which occurred two months ago in Belmopan, Belize, has reignited discussions on domestic violence and self-defense. Guzman, 21, was initially charged with manslaughter after surveillance footage showed her handling a gun moments before Hernandez was shot during a domestic dispute. However, the charges were dropped due to insufficient evidence contradicting her claim of acting in self-defense to protect her aunt, Dalia Vellos, from Hernandez’s alleged assault. Vellos, who handed Guzman the firearm, has come forward to share her side of the story, revealing a history of domestic abuse in her relationship with Hernandez. She presented screenshots of threatening messages and emphasized that the shooting was an act of survival, not premeditation. The case has sparked public outcry and calls for stronger measures against domestic violence in Belize, especially following recent high-profile cases of violence against women. Authorities, including the Director of Public Prosecutions, have yet to comment on whether the case will be revisited in light of new evidence.