By Belize Live News Staff: Police in Orange Walk are investigating a reported domestic violence incident in which a woman was allegedly wounded with a screwdriver after refusing to give her common-law husband money.
The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday afternoon, October 25, at a residence in Yo Creek Village.
According to police, the 47-year-old woman reported that her 37-year-old common-law husband arrived home around 3:00 p.m. while allegedly intoxicated.
She told investigators that the man requested money to purchase drugs and food, but she refused.
Despite the disagreement, she prepared noodles for him because she was recovering from recent surgery and could not prepare a larger meal.
However, the situation allegedly turned violent shortly afterward.
The woman reported that her husband approached her with a green screwdriver and raised his hand toward her.
She attempted to shield her face with her left hand but was allegedly struck three times, suffering injuries that caused bleeding and pain.
The woman managed to flee the house and sought safety at a neighbouring residence.
Following the incident, she visited the Orange Walk Police Station, provided a statement and requested legal action.
A medical examination subsequently classified her injuries as wounding.
Police detained the 37-year-old man as part of their investigation.
