Belize City Council Addresses Incident Involving Two Employees

The Belize City Council has acknowledged an incident involving two of its employees that took place over the weekend while both individuals were off duty.

Travis Flowers, 45, was arrested on Sunday for allegedly shooting his colleague, 44-year-old Calvin Cumberbatch, during a confrontation on Orange Street. Flowers, a City Council enforcement officer, has been charged with attempted murder, use of deadly means of harm, and dangerous harm. Cumberbatch, a transport evaluator for the Belize City Council, was taken to KHMH for treatment.

In a statement issued, the Council confirmed that the matter involves two longstanding employees, each with over 15 years of service. While the incident occurred outside of working hours, the Council says it recognizes the seriousness of the situation.

The statement added, “Given that this is now a matter before the courts, the Council will allow the legal process to take its course and will not be making any further comment at this time.”