Rene Alonzo Ortega

Rene Alonzo Ortega, a 38-year-old gardener from Ladyville, recently made headlines after being convicted of stealing $172 worth of clothing and coins from his own brother. The incident occurred in Burrell Boom Village, where Ortega pleaded guilty to the theft in Belize City Magistrate’s Court. Despite admitting to his wrongdoing and claiming he intended to return the items, he was fined $300, with the alternative of serving three months in prison if the fine is not paid by the deadline.