The 16 year old who knocked down and killed pregnant mother of two Shakira Villanueva in Orange Walk has been charged. Eight days ago, Villanueva was crossing the road at the entrance of Guinea Grass Village when the 16 year old ran her over. The boy was charged yesterday. Police gave us more details.
ASP Alejandro Cowo, OC - CIB Belize City
"I know that definitely someone was charged yesterday, I don't have the name at hand but I can get it to you in a short while."
Reporter
"But it was a minor."
ASP Alejandro Cowo, OC - CIB Belize City
"Yes it is a minor."
Woman Police Officer
"The minor was charged with causing death by careless conduct, drove without due care and attention, drove vehicle his father."
As you heard, the boy was charged with Manslaughter by Negligence,Causing Death by Careless conduct, Drove without due care and attention, and Drove motor vehicle without a valid drivers license. He was arraigned at the Orange Walk Magistrates court and offered bail of $6000 which he met. His case was adjourned for March 19th.
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