Tonight, we note the passing of former Commissioner of Police, Ornel Brooks. Brooks died this morning in Belize City after an emergency surgery yesterday. Reports say he experienced multiple organ failure after surgery for a gastric disorder.
Brooks was 63.
He was a career police officer who ascended to the highest post in the Department in the mid 90's and served until the year 2000.
He had a memorable, often colourful term as Commissioner - where he gained distinction for his strong hand and his media savvy.
After that he was the Director of the Drug Council and then went on to be Director of Security at the central Bank - from which he retired three years ago.
As per his wish, he will be cremated and his ashes taken back to his home in Gallon Jug. There will be a memorial service on Monday.
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