BELMOPAN, Belize, CMC – The Belize government Monday praised law enforcement authorities “for their swift action” resulting in the detention of an alleged arsonist linked to the deaths of a mother and her young child during the early hours on Monday morning.
In a statement, the Ministry of the Public Service, Governance, and Disaster Risk Management expressed its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Angelita Majana and her young son, Tishan Godoy, who “tragically lost their lives” in the fire that occurred in the Orange Walk District, north-west of here.
The ministry said that it is joining the “community in mourning this profound loss” while extending “sincere wishes for the full and speedy recovery of the surviving victims, Miguel Novelo and Shadia Majana, who continue to receive medical care.
“The Ministry commends the authorities for their swift action in detaining the accused arsonist and acknowledges the tireless efforts of the National Fire Service and all first responders who assisted at the scene.”
Police suspect domestic violence may have triggered the tragedy. Media reports indicate that a former close relative of Angelita allegedly entered the home around 3:00 am (Local time), doused the family with gasoline, and set them ablaze.
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