Canadian National Found Dead at Home in Bullet Tree Village

Police are investigating the death of 65-year-old Canadian national, Marty Thorne, whose body was discovered this morning at his home in Bullet Tree Village, Cayo District.  According to reports, Thorne’s property caretaker became concerned when repeated calls went unanswered. Upon visiting the property to check on him, the caretaker discovered Thorne’s lifeless body inside the house. He immediately alerted authorities, who responded to the scene.  ASP Stacy Smith, Communications Director for the Belize Police Department Police scenes of crime personnel processed the area, and the body was later transported to the San Ignacio Community Hospital.

Thorne’s death is yet to be categorized until the conclusion of the postmortem examination.