It's been three months since our last update on the Caribi Bleu Casino investigation in San Pedro. Tonight, News Five revisits the story with fresh details. We've confirmed the Central Bank's findings on the unauthorized ATM dispensing US currency inside the casino. Plus, new information
Last night, we aired an in-depth interview with Senior Counsel Eamon Courtenay about the Jeremy Enriquez and Anand Ramlogan case. During the interview, Courtenay was also asked about an affidavit from his client, Prime Minister John Briceño. The question arose because, in the court document,
Today, the People's Democratic Movement (P.D.M.) unveiled its manifesto and introduced the four candidates running in next Wednesday's general election. Led by Estevan Perrera, along with Deputy Leader Zenobia Young and Party Chairman George Myvett, the P.D.M. explained their reasons for seeking office. Although Perrera
P.D.M. Leader Estevan Perrera is running in Belize Rural Central, while the party is fielding Cornelius Galvez in Albert, Garry Matus in Queen Square, and Wilmore Tablada in Port Loyola. Perrera chose Belize Rural Central because he believes the area needs better streets, roads, and
In 6 days, on March 12, more than 204378 registered voters (as of January 2025) will head to the polls to decide which party will form the next government. Ninety political candidates were officially nominated, representing 6 political parties and 4 independents. The ongoing rift in the
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Enterprise (MAFSE) has suspended the issuance of import permits for several vegetables, citing sufficient local supply. The Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA) announced that the ban applies to lettuce, onions (purple, white, and yellow), potatoes, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower,
Pope Francis is well-rested and in stable condition following episodes of respiratory failure earlier this week, the Vatican announced on Wednesday. The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been hospitalised since February for pneumonia treatment, spent the night on non-invasive mechanical ventilation but has since transitioned back
Police are investigating an attempted murder after a shooting incident on Vernon Street in Belize City left two women injured on Tuesday night. The attack happened around 6:30 p.m. in front of Berger Field as 40-year-old Stephany James was closing her business. According to initial investigations,
Police are investigating a shooting incident that left a Belize City man injured on Tuesday. The incident occurred along West Collet Canal, where officers on patrol encountered Edward Saldano, who was reportedly wanted by authorities. According to police, Saldano reached for a firearm under his
Belize City police are investigating the fatal shooting of Gion "Gizmo" Bernard. Bernard, who is disabled and got around in a wheelchair, was on Castle Street when the incident occurred. His body remains on the ground as investigators comb the area for clues and evidence. The motive
