According to a report dated October 23, an armed robbery incident occurred in Belmopan City on the 18th of the same month. This incident took place during daylight hours. Until now, the city has been considered a relatively safe area during the day, but this marks the third robbery incident this month, following two recent armed robbery cases reported earlier. Notably, this incident happened near a bakery and café frequently visited by Japanese nationals.
Below are the details of the incident for your reference. Please be cautious when visiting the city or engaging in daily activities to avoid becoming involved in incidents or accidents. We continue to urge you to exercise utmost vigilance.
Incident Details
On October 18, around 3 PM, an armed robbery occurred at a butane gas sales company on Forest Avenue in Belmopan City. A man on a blue scooter arrived at the parking lot, and when an employee stepped outside to assist customers, the man ordered him to return inside. Once inside, the man brandished a gun and demanded that the employee hand over cash. Fearing for his life, the employee complied and gave the man 2,000 Belize dollars (approximately 150,000 yen), the day’s sales revenue. After receiving the cash, the man fled the scene, and the employee was unharmed.
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