Police Under Fire in Rural Belize; Assailant Escapes After Shooting Incident

On Sunday night, police in rural Belize came under fire whilst in the line of duty. Around 7 o’clock, Ladyville police responded to a brawl on Perez Road, and were met with gunfire as they approached the area. Police say a man dressed in full black, stood at the corner of Poinsettia Street and Perez Road and let off several shots in their direction. Fortunately, the cops were not hit, but the assailant managed to escape.  Police canvassed the area and found five expended shells and a bicycle. Two men are being sought in connection to the shooting.