Unidentified pedestrian dies in Montrose accident

A pedestrian, who is yet to be identified, died early Monday morning following an accident on the Montrose Public Road, East Coast Demerara.

The accident occurred around 04:00 hrs and involved motor car PAC 8964, driven by a 24-year-old welder of Martyrsville, Mon Repos.

Police Headquarters, in a statement, said investigations revealed that the car was heading east along the roadway when the pedestrian reportedly ran across from north to south and into the vehicle’s path.

The driver told investigators that he attempted to brake but was unable to avoid a collision.

As a result, the pedestrian was flung onto the roadway, sustaining severe injuries. Police said the driver initially left the scene but later returned.

Emergency responders were summoned, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was subsequently taken to the Georgetown Public Hospital mortuary, where it is awaiting identification and a post-mortem examination.

Police said a notice of intended prosecution was served on the driver, who is in custody assisting with the investigation.

The vehicle was inspected by a licensing and certifying officer, and a breathalyser test returned negative for alcohol, police added.