A double murder near the Crooked Tree junction has shocked the nation, leaving a well-known couple dead inside their SUV. Police are investigating a potential financial dispute as a possible motive for the crime.
The victims, identified as 37-year-old Felix Martinez, an analyst manager, and his common-law wife, 40-year-old Adelita Gillett, a pharmaceutical manager, were found in a black Chevrolet Equinox SUV parked near Mile 30/31 on the Philip Goldson Highway. The discovery was made around 5:50 p.m. on Monday after police received reports of the vehicle.
Officers arrived to find the SUV with four bullet holes on the driver’s side window. Martinez was slumped in the driver’s seat, while Gillett was reclined in the passenger seat. Both had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
A witness driving in the opposite direction noticed the parked vehicle and stopped to investigate. After spotting the bullet holes and the motionless occupants, the individual contacted the authorities.
Investigators have since processed the scene, recovering several expended shells. Commissioner of Police Chester Williams shared a statement this morning, confirming that a suspect is in custody. The individual is being questioned about a financial dispute with the victims, which police are exploring as a potential motive.
In his statement, the Commissioner emphasized that there is no indication the victims were involved in criminal activities. He urged anyone with information to come forward, stating, “The Belize Police Department hereby urges the public to please share with us any information you may have that could assist us in solving these latest murders and bringing closure to the family.”
The couple, residents of Burrell Boom, leave behind a young child. Gillett was a respected pharmacist, and Martinez was known for his passion for sports. Their tragic deaths have left the nation in mourning as investigations continue.
2025.1.20 The murders of Felix Martinez and Adelita Gillett may be related to robbery, police sources now say.
The couple’s bodies were found inside a red Chevrolet Equinox at the junction of the Crooked Tree Causeway Road and Philip Goldson Highway earlier this evening.
Both had been shot and early theories suggested that one had shot the other and then themselves. However, further investigation has revealed a different motive – that they had been robbed, shot and left for dead.
Police investigations continue.
2025.1.20 Couple found dead in vehicle near Crooked Tree junction
A pair of residents of Burrell Boom, Belize District, met a tragic end this evening after being found dead inside their vehicle.
The bodies of Felix Martinez and Adelita Gillett were found inside a red Chevrolet Equinox near the Crooked Tree junction on the Philip Goldson Highway around 6 p.m.
Police continue to process the scene and family members are present and have identified the victims.
Preliminary reports suggest that the couple shared a home in the village.
Police investigations continue.
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