More Details of SUV Destroyed by Fire on Highway

A 2014 Ford Escape was completely destroyed by fire yesterday morning on the George Price Highway. The vehicle burst into flames on mile 4 near the police checkpoint.

No injuries were reported.

The driver of the car was Karina Villanueva of Burrell Boom, who was heading to Belize City with her three children. Villanueva noticed smoke coming from the vehicle’s hood and immediately pulled over.

She was able to safely evacuate her children before the vehicle was engulfed in flames. The SUV—valued at approximately $20,000 Belize dollars—was insured.