Two Charged in Orange Walk Armed Robbery

Two people have been charged in connection with an armed robbery that left a family in Orange Walk held at gunpoint. The incident, which happened in Orange Walk, led police to appeal for information as they worked to identify those responsible. ASP Stacy Smith says investigators have since made progress in the case, with two persons charged and a vehicle believed to be connected to the robbery impounded.

ASP Stacy Smith, Belize Police Department: “Police have impounded a vehicle of interest and have detained two persons as a part of an ongoing investigation into the robbery of an Orange Walk businessman. What we know so far is that at around 6pm on 28 October the businessman was at his place of residence which is located on the Belize Corozal Road in Orange Walk Town when an SUV approached and three armed male persons exited and and proceeded to rob the businessman of some items of jewelry before making their escape. As stated we have what we believe to be the vehicle that was used in the commission of this incident in police’s custody as well as two persons.”

Police continue to ask anyone with information about the robbery or the individuals involved to come forward and assist with the investigation.