Man Killed in His Own Yard in Belmopan

Today, in Belmopan, a man was murdered in his own yard after being lured outside by his assailant. The victim has been identified as Pedro Hernandez, who was chopped to death upon exiting his house. As police are still investigating the crime, Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero gave us the details of the incident thus far.

 

ACP Hilberto Romero, Regional Commander, Eastern Division

“Earlier today police visited a house at the Maya Mopan area in Belmopan. Upon arrival, they saw an e mail person identified as Pedro Hernandez with chopped wounds. He was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival. Information is that Pedro Hernandez was at his house when he was called by a male person and as soon as he came out, he was chopped by this person. We are seeking one suspect in regards to this report.”

 

Reporter

“Do you know if he knew the person?”

 

Hilberto Romero

“I do not have any other information at this time. That is all information. The area is still being canvassed. Detectives are on the ground working on the case.”