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The Belize Police Department has launched an internal investigation into serious misconduct allegations against an officer stationed at the Orange Walk Police Station. The case involves the alleged theft of confiscated cocaine from within the police facility itself.

According to official sources, the chain of events began when narcotics were seized from a suspect during a routine police operation. Rather than following standard evidence handling protocols requiring immediate submission to exhibit custodians, the arresting officer allegedly secured the substances—reportedly just over one gram divided across three envelopes—within his personal locker at the station.

The investigation took a dramatic turn on Friday when another officer, while on active duty, is suspected of accessing the unauthorized storage location and removing the controlled substance. This breach of security within a police facility has raised significant concerns about evidence management protocols.

Police Commissioner Dr. Richard Rosado confirmed the ongoing investigation to media, emphasizing the department’s commitment to accountability. “I can confirm that the Belize Police Department is investigating the reported disappearance of just over one gram of controlled drugs from the Orange Walk Police Station,” Commissioner Rosado stated. “One officer is currently being questioned.”

The Commissioner issued a strong warning regarding potential consequences, noting that any officer found to have violated regulations or compromised evidence would face appropriate disciplinary measures, including potential criminal prosecution if warranted. “There will be no shielding of wrongdoing,” Rosado asserted, while simultaneously defending the broader integrity of the department by distinguishing the alleged actions of one individual from institutional values.

In a related development, the officer at the center of the investigation has been instructed to complete a transfer request form, suggesting potential administrative actions pending the investigation’s outcome.

Belizean authorities have formally charged a third individual in connection with the tragic homicide of delivery driver Mark Gabourel, marking a significant development in the ongoing investigation. Tyron Castro, a 28-year-old call center agent from Belize, now faces charges of abetment to murder for his alleged involvement in the January 7th incident that resulted in Gabourel’s death.

The fatal encounter occurred along Mountain View Boulevard in Belmopan when Gabourel, 55, was conducting routine deliveries for Caribbean Chicken. According to official police reports, two assailants on a motorcycle intercepted the delivery vehicle and initiated gunfire, critically wounding Gabourel. The victim was accompanied by a 15-year-old assistant during the attack. The perpetrators attempted to forcibly enter the truck but ultimately fled the scene without success.

Emergency medical services transported Gabourel to Western Regional Hospital, where he subsequently died from his injuries. This violent robbery attempt has sparked considerable concern regarding public safety and criminal activity in the region.

Previous charges have been filed against two additional suspects: Wilhem Coye, 25, from Camalote Village and Shaylon Melvin Santos, 29, from Teakettle Village, both confronting murder charges. The continued investigation demonstrates law enforcement’s determined efforts to address violent crimes and pursue justice for victims and their families.

Authorities have apprehended a previously convicted felon in connection with the brutal killings of two delivery personnel that occurred in December 2025. Harry Nathaniel Trapp, 49, was taken into custody last Thursday following an extensive investigation into the deaths of Sarita company employees Raynard Garbutt and Alexander Crawford.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero, head of the National Crime Investigation Branch, confirmed that Trapp had served a substantial prison term prior to these allegations. Official records indicate the suspect completed a twenty-five-year incarceration for manslaughter before gaining release approximately one year ago.

While Trapp remains the primary suspect currently facing charges, law enforcement officials emphasize their investigation remains actively ongoing. ACP Romero stated investigators continue pursuing multiple leads and remain open to the possibility of additional suspects. “Should evidence emerge implicating other individuals, corresponding charges will be filed,” Romero affirmed during his official statement.

The criminal investigation continues to develop as authorities work to reconstruct the events leading to the December 11th homicides. This case has drawn significant public attention, highlighting concerns about recidivism and violent crime recurrence.

Authorities in Belize City have launched a comprehensive investigation following a sophisticated burglary targeting the prominent Medina House of Jewelry. The incident, which occurred during the early hours of Monday morning, has raised significant security concerns within the local business community.

According to Hilberto Romero, Head of the National Crime Investigation Branch, the criminal operation began when multiple perpetrators subdued the establishment’s security guard. “The assailants restrained the guard, threatened him with what appeared to be a firearm, and subsequently forced entry into the premises,” Romero stated during a press briefing.

Law enforcement officials are currently examining extensive surveillance footage to ascertain the full scope of the crime and identify potential suspects. The precise inventory of stolen merchandise remains undetermined as investigators conduct a thorough audit of the jewelry collection.

Romero emphasized that detectives are exploring all possible angles, including the potential involvement of internal accomplices. “We are conducting a meticulous investigation to eliminate the possibility of an inside job,” he noted, highlighting the complex nature of the case.

The Belize City Police Department has yet to confirm whether the perpetrators were definitively armed during the commission of the crime. Company representatives have maintained silence regarding the incident, declining to issue any official statements while the investigation remains ongoing. The business community awaits further developments as authorities continue their pursuit of the suspects.

Belizean authorities are actively investigating the brutal murder of Darwin Valerio, a 35-year-old security guard who was ambushed and fatally shot while on duty. The incident occurred in the early hours of Friday morning at the Belize Water Services warehouse located in Lord’s Bank Village.

Hilberto Romero, Head of the National Crime Investigation Branch, provided an update on the case, confirming that investigators are examining crucial video footage obtained from the crime scene. “Substantive work has been conducted regarding this murder,” Romero stated. “We have secured some video evidence that is currently undergoing thorough analysis. However, no arrests have been made at this juncture.”

When questioned about potential involvement from Valerio’s colleague who was on duty the same night, Romero indicated that investigators have not uncovered any evidence implicating the coworker. “The investigation remains ongoing without any conclusive evidence pointing to his involvement,” Romero clarified.

The victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds during the apparent ambush, marking another violent incident in the region’s security landscape. The investigation continues as authorities pursue all available leads to identify and apprehend those responsible for the security guard’s untimely death.