In a significant development in the Punta Gorda shooting case, Belize police have formally charged 24-year-old Derry Bennett with two counts of attempted murder. The incident, which occurred on November 17, 2025, left 25-year-old Kelly Stevens and 41-year-old Ashton Martin injured after a gunman opened fire at an establishment on George Price Street. According to Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Stacy Smith, the attack is suspected to be drug-related. Bennett, initially detained under a false name, was later released due to insufficient evidence. However, continued investigations led to his re-arrest in Camalota Village. Police also recovered a nine-millimeter pistol, ammunition, and approximately 60 grams of crack cocaine during a subsequent operation aimed at curbing drug trafficking in the area. The firearm has been sent for forensic analysis to confirm its involvement in the shooting.