BREAKING: Disabled Man Shot in Belize City

Shots were fired a few minutes ago on Castle Street in Belize City. Reports to News 5 are that a man identified as Gion Bernard “Gizmo” was shot. He was in a wheelchair. Pictures of the scene show his body on the street.

This is a developing story.

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Decision 2025: Show Out or Blowout 

Channel 5 Belize is gearing up for comprehensive coverage of Belize’s general elections on March 12, 2025, with the theme “Decision 2025: Show Out or Blowout.” The programming will offer pre-election features, voter perspectives, expert commentary, and live updates during Election Day. Viewers can expect in-depth analysis of key issues like the economy, governance, and national security, as well as real-time election results and post-election breakdowns. Channel 5 promises to deliver the most trusted and engaging election coverage. Join us on Facebook and Youtube. Coverage begins at 6 a.m.