Delivery Truck Driver Robbed at Gunpoint in Belize City’s Lake Independence Area

A delivery truck driver was robbed on Saturday, September 28, in Belize City.  The amount of cash taken was undisclosed. The victims, employees of Belize Queen Freight, were in the process of delivering a barrel in the Lake Independence area when two men on bicycles held them at gunpoint. ACP Hilberto Romero, Officer Commanding Eastern Division, spoke about the investigation. 

ACP Hilberto Romero, Regional Commander, Eastern Division: “On Saturday the 28th day of September 2024 police responded to a robbery report at Berry Street in Belize City. Upon their arrival they found Rene Myvette along with a helper who reported that they were doing deliveries in the area when they were approached by two male persons on bicycles who held them up with firearms. The persons proceeded to rob them and stole an undisclosed amount of cash and cellphones. Thereafter the males rode of on Berry Street and left the area. We are seeking two suspects in regards to this robbery. “

Police are currently seeking two suspects in connection with the robbery. No arrests have been made, and investigations are ongoing.