Antiguan authorities have launched a formal investigation into a tragic motorcycle accident that resulted in the death of a 23-year-old man on Popeshead Street in the early hours of November 30th. The victim has been officially identified as Joshua Alexander, a resident of Light Foot, Antigua.
According to preliminary police reports, the incident occurred when Alexander was traveling at excessively high speeds along Popeshead Street. Authorities state he lost control of his vehicle, leading to a violent collision with a wall and sidewalk on the eastern side of the roadway.
Emergency medical personnel responded promptly to the scene but found no signs of life. Alexander was officially pronounced deceased at 3:16 AM despite resuscitation efforts.
The accident has garnered significant attention on social media platforms, with circulating images and unverified claims that the deceased was of Dominican origin. While these reports remain unconfirmed by official sources, local media outlets have committed to seeking clarification from relevant authorities regarding the victim’s background.
This incident marks another tragic addition to Antigua’s road traffic statistics, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety and speeding violations. The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.