Crowds Turn Out Early for Police Bicycle and Motorcycle Auction

Hundreds of eager bargain hunters descended on the Queen Street Police Station today, hoping to snag a deal on bicycles and motorcycles as the Police Department held its latest public auction. By six o’clock this morning, a long line had already formed, some buyers clutching umbrellas, others carrying tools and flashlights, each one determined to leave with a prized two-wheeler at a fraction of the usual cost.  Police auctions have become something of a Belize City tradition, a lively blend of returning veterans who know exactly what to look for and first-time bidders who arrive wide-eyed and hopeful. The atmosphere is part marketplace, part community event, with bidders comparing notes, inspecting tires, testing brakes, and trying to outguess one another before the auctioneer’s hammer drops.  Today’s sale featured dozens of bicycles and motorcycles, many of them seized or unclaimed items that, by law, must be cleared out periodically. Acting Superintendent ASP Rash spoke with Love News about why these auctions draw such large crowds and what the public needs to keep in mind when participating.

Police remind successful bidders that every item is sold with an official receipt, and it is crucial that buyers keep these receipts on hand, especially when riding the purchased bike or motorcycle through checkpoints. Without proof of purchase, owners could face delays or complications if officers conduct routine verification./