A devastating vehicular fire on the North Coast Highway has resulted in the tragic deaths of two individuals in Trelawny parish Sunday evening. The catastrophic incident occurred approximately at 10:00 PM along the Coopers Pen main road, where a Mercedes-Benz passenger car erupted into flames following a severe collision.
According to preliminary investigative reports, the intensity of the subsequent fire completely consumed the vehicle and its occupants. The victims sustained such extensive burns that identification through conventional means became impossible, presenting significant challenges for authorities.
Local law enforcement agencies from the Trelawny Police Division have launched a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances leading to the fatal crash. Traffic investigators remain at the scene conducting forensic analysis while attempting to reconstruct the sequence of events that precipitated the deadly blaze. The investigation will examine multiple factors including road conditions, vehicle mechanical integrity, and potential human factors that might have contributed to the catastrophe.
The incident has temporarily affected traffic flow along this vital transportation corridor as emergency responders worked through the night to secure the area and remove the wreckage. This tragedy marks another sobering reminder of the dangers associated with high-speed travel on Jamaica’s road networks, particularly during nighttime hours when visibility limitations may compound risks.