On a Saturday night in Orange Walk, a violent armed robbery at the locally operated Gas Plus Service Station has left staff traumatized and pushed the business to turn to the community for assistance, law enforcement officials confirmed this week.
Authorities have released details of the incident, drawing from surveillance footage captured on the station’s security system. The recording shows two male suspects arriving at the location on a single motorcycle, before approaching on-duty workers near a fuel pump. Once at the scene, the pair threatened the staff with a firearm, holding them against their will as they demanded the workers turn over all personal and on-site cash. After forcing employees to empty their pockets, the suspects fled the premises with roughly $600 in stolen funds.
In the wake of the attack, Gas Plus issued a public statement addressing the incident, standing firmly behind its team of workers. The company emphasized that its employees are dedicated, hardworking people who show up daily to earn a living to support their households and provide an essential service to Orange Walk residents. The statement also condemned the actions of the robbers, noting that the pair knowingly put the lives of innocent, unsuspecting people at risk solely to obtain a small amount of quick cash. Many employees have reported lingering anxiety following the confrontation, with multiple workers saying they feel shaken by the violent encounter.
Local law enforcement has launched an active investigation into the robbery and is calling on members of the public to come forward with any information that could help identify and apprehend the two suspects. Anyone with details about the incident, including recognizing the suspects or their motorcycle from the surveillance footage, is urged to contact the Orange Walk Police Station directly. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the regional Crime Stoppers tipline, allowing community members to assist the investigation without revealing their identity.
This report is adapted from a broadcast evening newscast, with all translated Kriol language content preserved using a standardized spelling system per original transcription protocols.