Woman Found Unconscious in Concepcion, Dies

Police are investigating the death of 37-year-old Wendy Mendez, who was found unconscious in Concepcion Village, Corozal District, on Sunday, March 9. Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero confirmed that Mendez “succumbed to her injuries on Friday.” Romero stated that authorities are conducting interviews to determine the circumstances surrounding her death.

When asked if her death could be related to a domestic issue, Romero said, “We have certain information that we are following up on.” No suspects are in custody, and police are awaiting the results of a post-mortem examination to provide further information. This is an ongoing investigation.

In 2022, Mendez survived multiple chop wounds while her cousin, Juan Arturo Mendez, was killed by Jermain Zuniga in a brutal machete attack. Zuniga, a construction worker from Libertad Village, had been staying at Juan’s home temporarily in Concepcion Village, Corozal District. Zuniga reportedly refused to leave when asked, leading to the violent confrontation. Juan was chopped at his neck, chest, shoulders, stomach, and hands. Mendez sustained severe injuries to her face and head and remained in critical condition for several days. Zuniga fled the scene but was later arrested and charged for the incident.