Young American tourists found dead at Belize beach resort

Three American women were found dead over the weekend in a beach resort in Belize, police said.

Police reported no signs of forced entry or visible injuries and officers found snacks, liquids, vapes and other electronic devices in the women's room.

What happened to the American tourists in Belize? 

What we know:

Belize police identified the women as 23-year-old Kaoutar Naqqad, 24-year-old Imane Mallah and 26-year-old Wafae El-Arar, who were staying at the Royal Kahal Beach Resort. They didn't release additional details.

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Housing staff attempted to contact them a number of times on Friday, after surveillance footage showed them entering their rooms Thursday night and not coming back out, police said in a statement. After staff received no response on Saturday morning, they used a master key to enter, and the women were found motionless.

What we don't know:

The cause of their deaths remained unconfirmed. First responders said the women were found with froth on their mouths, suggesting a possible drug overdose.

Police said they were still investigating.

Is Belize dangerous? 

Dig deeper:

Belize, which borders the Caribbean Sea, is a popular destination for American tourists, though the U.S. government warns its citizens to be cautious in the country. The U.S. State Department lists a travel advisory for U.S. citizens in Belize on its website.

"Violent crime — such as sexual assault, home invasions, armed robberies, and murder — are common even during the day and in tourist areas," the website warns. "A significant portion of violent crime is gang related."

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The State Department's warning applies to the entire country of Belize, though it advises visitors to avoid Belize City specifically, which is around 35 miles south of San Pedro. 

"Due to high crime, travelers are advised to exercise caution while traveling to the south side of Belize City," the warning states. "Local police lack the resources and training to respond effectively to serious crimes."