The Reason Why Mark Usher Was Shot Dead

Police Commissioner Chester Williams confirmed that Mark Usher’s death is believed to be tied to escalating tensions between two rival groups in the Faber’s Road Extension area in Belize City. 

During this morning’s police briefing, Williams said, “I do believe what we are seeing in the investigation is an issue between the two groups in the Faber’s area.” Williams added that these tensions had been a problem for some time, with both groups operating in the area. He added, “It is believed that his death is as a result of that issue between the two groups.”

On Saturday night, police responded to reports of gunfire in the area. “Upon responding, police found one Mark Usher, suffering from gunshot injuries,” Williams added.

Though Usher was rushed to Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital (KHMH) in critical condition, he later died from his injuries. Police have arrested and charged 27-year-old Andre Arthurs, a Belizean construction worker from the Belize District, in connection with Usher’s murder.

According to Williams, the police were already taking steps to address the escalating tensions. He also said that this has led to the individuals involved in the unrest to go “into hiding,” but that the Leadership Intervention Unit (LIU) was notified and is also monitoring the rising tensions.