The community of Vieux Fort is grappling with profound grief after a devastating three-vehicle collision on October 25, which claimed the life of a young kindergarten student, Rikki Samuel. The tragic incident occurred along the Vieux Fort-Laborie Highway, near the Hewanorra International Airport and the Marine Base (Il Pirata), shortly before 11:00 a.m. Rikki, born on Christmas Eve in 2020, was described by his mother, Alister Antoine, as a joyful and car-loving child. He had accompanied his father, Jonard Samuel, a taxi driver, to refuel their vehicle when the accident occurred. Disturbing footage from the scene showed the child lying on the ground, having been ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved three minibuses, including a public bus with a route band. While Rikki is the only confirmed fatality, 11 others sustained injuries. The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force and Saint Lucia Fire Service responded promptly, but no official statement has been released. The tragedy has sparked intense social media debates, with calls for stricter driving regulations and heightened road safety awareness.