A devastating traffic incident on the George Price Highway has resulted in the death of a 29-year-old motorcyclist, casting a pall over the community of Roaring Creek. The tragedy unfolded on the evening of February 14, 2026, when authorities received reports of an unresponsive male near miles 47-48 of the major roadway.
Upon arrival at approximately 9:20 PM, police officers discovered Manuel Munguía deceased beside his severely damaged Lifan motorcycle. Preliminary investigation findings indicate Munguía was traveling from Belize City toward Belmopan when his vehicle abruptly crossed into the opposing traffic lane, resulting in a catastrophic head-on collision with an SUV traveling in the opposite direction.
The impact propelled both vehicles with tremendous force, causing the motorcycle to subsequently strike a roadside guardrail. Police documentation confirms both the motorcycle and protective barrier exhibited significant damage consistent with high-impact trauma.
Authorities encountered the SUV driver at the scene, whose vehicle sustained considerable damage to the driver’s side section. While the investigation remains active, police have served the motorist with a formal notice of intended prosecution pending further evidentiary review.
Assistant Superintendent of Police Stacy Smith, serving as Staff Officer, provided official commentary regarding the ongoing investigation. Toxicology analysis will be conducted to determine whether alcohol impairment contributed to the fatal incident, though authorities confirmed no sobriety testing was administered to the SUV driver at the scene.
The Roaring Creek Police Department continues to investigate the precise circumstances surrounding the collision that resulted in this premature death.