A fatal shooting occurred at Anna’s Supermarket located along the George Price Highway in Santa Elena Town, Cayo District, resulting in the death of a 21-year-old man alleged to have been attempting an armed robbery. Law enforcement authorities have identified the deceased as Zeldon Thompson, a resident of Esperanza Village.
According to official police reports, the incident unfolded when Thompson allegedly attempted to rob the establishment. The store owner, whose identity has not been disclosed, responded to the threat by firing upon the suspect. Thompson sustained critical gunshot wounds to his left ribcage and knee during the altercation.
Police investigators confirmed that Thompson was pronounced dead at the scene following the shooting. The case represents another incident in the ongoing pattern of retail crime confrontations where business owners have taken defensive measures. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event, including examining security footage and interviewing witnesses to determine the exact sequence of events.
The shooting has sparked mixed reactions within the local community regarding self-defense rights and violent crime prevention. This incident marks one of several recent armed robbery attempts in the Cayo District that have ended fatally for the perpetrators.