Brutality in Belize: Another elderly person murdered in less than two weeks

Crime in Belize has been on new heights in recent days. In just less than two weeks, another elderly person was murdered. The victim was a 69-year-old Leo Skeen, a taxi driver from Ladyville.

The incident was a second killing of an elderly person within just two weeks. Earlier, a retiree of Crooked Tree Area was found dead at i

Last week, the nation was shocked by the murder of 69-year-old Geoffrey Crawford, the Belizean retiree who lived in the Crooked Tree Area.

Local media reported that the deceased was a law-abiding citizen who just had dreams to enjoy his golden years. The murder was done by an execution-style attack usually reserved for the criminal underworld.

On Friday, the National Council on Ageing and the Ministry of Human Development sent out a joint press to condemn the violent killing of these two elderly Belizeans.

The ministry stated that “In less than two weeks, active older men have been murdered in or near their homes. These cold-hearted crimes cannot be left to fade quietly into the noise of everyday news. These perpetrators must be caught and brought to justice. Older people are the backbone of this country. They have worked and continue to work to provide for themselves, their families, and the development of the country. Any Belizean having worked and built a life for him/herself has the right to enjoy the fruits of their labour without fear or threat. Having older people being targeted because of their vulnerability is unacceptable.” added the statement