NTUCB Responds to Serious Allegations Against Union Leader

The National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) has issued a statement addressing serious allegations of rape involving a senior member of the trade union community. The NTUCB says it has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual violence, abuse, and misconduct.

In the press release, the NTUCB expressed its commitment to justice, advocating for empathy towards both the alleged victim and the accused. The umbrella union stressed the importance of due process and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty in a court of law.

“The NTUCB remains committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and respect in all public and professional areas of life. We will continue to monitor this matter closely and support the affiliate union in its rightful authority to advocate for fair and equitable justice.”

As we reported, a well-known union leader and activist is facing serious allegations of sexual assault stemming from an incident that reportedly occurred six years ago. The alleged victim, who has chosen to remain anonymous, recently shared her story with News Five, expressing frustration over the lack of justice despite her attempts to have the man arrested and charged.

According to the woman, the assault took place in the early morning hours of April 13, 2019, following a period of persistent unwanted advances from the man, which began as early as 2017. She said she had repeatedly made it clear that she was not interested in a romantic relationship and only agreed to meet with him under the condition that they would discuss union-related matters.

However, what she believed would be a brief, work-focused conversation turned into a nightmare. The woman alleges that after taking her to a local establishment, the man offered to drive her home but stopped on the roadside between Rustic Korner and Haulover, where he then forced himself on her. She described how he pulled up her dress, tore at her clothing, and raped her, despite her pleas and refusals.

To date, she says no charges have been brought against the alleged perpetrator, and her calls for accountability have gone unanswered. The case raises renewed questions about justice, abuse of power, and the silencing of victims within professional spaces.

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