Paraiso Village Shooting: Corozal Man Survives Gunman’s Attack

A man from the Corozal District survived an attempt on his life this weekend. On Saturday night, just before eight o’clock, Howell Sosa was targeted by a lone gunman in Paraiso Village while socializing. The 34-year-old was shot three times in the abdomen and the left hand. He was taken to the Northern Regional Hospital in Orange Walk, where he received medical attention. Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero has more details. 

ACP Hilberto Romero, Officer Commanding Eastern Division: “Information is that he was at Paraiso Village when a vehicle arrived, a male person came out of that vehicle and fired several shots toward his direction. We are seeking on suspect in regard to this shooting.”

Reporter: Motive ? 

ACP Hilberto Romero, Officer Commanding Eastern Division: “We do not have a motive for this shooting.”

We understand that police are currently reviewing surveillance footage in the area.