A person was rescued from a burning car earlier tonight. Witnesses say that the driver crashed into a tree near mile 16 on the Philip Goldson Highway in Sandhill Village.
Residents who responded to the scene report that the driver did not show any signs of serious injuries.
Police officers and fire officials responded.
The fire was extinguished.
More details to follow…
Reports emerging from southern Belize are that a shooting left one Belize Defence Force soldier dead.
The incident occurred earlier tonight at the Crique Sarco Conservation Post.
Information reaching to News 5 that at least two others were injured. They are from the Support Company First Infantry Battalion.
Details of what led to the incident are still forthcoming.
Brigadier General of the B.D.F. Azariel Loria told News 5 that “That’s the news we got. We have dispatched a ptl (patrol) along with police to investigate the incident.”
This is a developing story
The Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA) held its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday in Belize City. Themed “Tourism in a Time of Climate Change,” the event featured a panel discussion with experts addressing the challenges and opportunities posed by climate change to Belize’s tourism sector.
The discussion centred on practical recommendations for safeguarding Belize’s tourism industry against climate-related risks.
Minister of Tourism and Diaspora Relations, Anthony Mahler, delivered remarks highlighting key developments and achievements in the sector. Senator Janelle Chanona delivered the keynote address, offering passionate and thought-provoking insights that tied into the event’s theme.
Stewart Krohn, who served as president for four years, officially handed over the reins to Efren Perez, chair of BTIA’s Corozal Chapter. Perez will lead the organisation as president for the next two years. Javier Gutierrez was elected as the 2nd Vice President, and Chris Rothing as Secretary, while Raineldo Guerrero and Tamara Sniffin continue their roles as Treasurer and 1st Vice President, respectively.
