Belizean authorities have formally charged a 16-year-old minor with robbery following a series of criminal incidents in Ladyville on December 10. According to police reports, the situation unfolded when three male suspects were observed accosting an individual before moving into a building where they confronted two additional victims.
Assistant Superintendent of Police Stacy Smith provided details of the case, indicating the suspects were armed during the commission of their crimes. “They stole a number of items from the victims,” Smith stated, “and at the time they had in their possession a firearm.”
Law enforcement officials responded promptly to the incident, resulting in the apprehension of one suspect. Police recovered stolen property from the teenager at the time of his arrest. “Officers recovered proceeds of that robbery on his person,” Smith confirmed.
While the minor now faces formal charges, the investigation remains active as police continue operations to locate and apprehend two additional suspects believed to be connected to the case. The incident has raised concerns about juvenile involvement in serious criminal activities within the community.