But late this afternoon, there was another statement. In the face of mounting public outrage at Conorquie’s murder, the Prime Minister issued a release today. While stopping short of confirming who murdered the special constable, the PM says there are reasons to believe that “Guatemalan nationals may be responsible for the shooting and this has been communicated to the Guatemalan Authorities and the O.A.S. The Guatemalan Foreign Minister expressed his government’s regret over the death of the Belizean Special Constable and offered full collaboration in the effort to bring the perpetrators to justice.” The government has also committed to looking after the financial welfare of his immediate survivors. Lastly, GOB says it will continue to strengthen the security arrangements in the border areas. And that last Friday, the B.D.F. launched Operation Incisive Gallop, designed to clear illegal incursions into our national territory.
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