Teen Shot Dead in Alleged Burglary Attempt in San Ignacio

A 17-year-old male lost his life this morning in the Boiton Area of San Ignacio in what is being treated as an attempted burglary.

According to reports, the property owner visited his storeroom, located inside a container, and discovered the teenager reportedly in the act of breaking in. The owner claims the teen confronted him with a piece of wood, leading him to discharge his licensed firearm in what he described as self-defence.

The young man reportedly tried to escape but collapsed nearby and was pronounced dead at the scene. The deceased has not been identified.

This is a developing story.