Essequibo : The police in Essequibo are investigating a fatal accident which occurred about 9:30pm on Sunday July 31, 2016, on Ever Green Public Road, Essequibo Coast, which resulted in the death of pedestrian Lawrence Tans, 53 years, of Charity, Essequibo Coast.
Investigations revealed that driver was proceeding along the said road when he struck down the pedestrian. Lawrence Tans was taken to the Suddie Hospital where he was admitted and succumbed about 10pm yesterday while receiving medical treatment.
The driver was tested and found to be well above the legal alcohol limit. He is presently in police custody assisting with the investigation.
