6 Y/O Boy Drowns in Belize City’s Hangar Area

Earlier today the lifeless body of a young boy was discovered near the hangar area in Belize City. The family identified the child as 6-year-old Gabriel Pablo Orellano.

Police were alerted to the scene just after 1 this afternoon after reports of a drowning. Reports indicate that young Gabriel is an autistic student at Stella Maris School who had reportedly run away during lunch break.

His body was discovered by passersby in the water, who quickly pulled him from the sea and notified authorities.

Initial reports from the Scene of Crime (SOC) team indicated that Gabriel’s body showed no visible injuries. His family identified him at the scene, and his remains were transported to the KHMH morgue for a post-mortem examination.

Police are continuing their investigation.