A tragic industrial accident occurred in Lowmans Bay on Monday morning, resulting in one fatality and six serious injuries. The incident unfolded at approximately 8:30 a.m. when a commercial truck experiencing mechanical failure collided with a stationary crane.
Law enforcement officials have confirmed the identity of the deceased as 58-year-old Stephen Bulze from Barrouallie. According to police reports, the vehicle involved was owned by a private electrical contractor and was traveling toward Lowmans Bay when it suffered apparent mechanical complications, leading to the catastrophic impact with the parked construction equipment.
The collision resulted in six additional male workers, ranging in age from 21 to 54 years, sustaining grave injuries. Emergency medical services promptly transported all injured personnel to Milton Cato Memorial Hospital for urgent treatment.
Authorities have initiated a comprehensive investigation into the precise circumstances surrounding the accident. The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force has announced that a postmortem examination will be performed on Mr. Bulze’s remains to determine the exact cause of death. The investigation remains active as officials work to establish the complete sequence of events and identify any contributing factors to this industrial tragedy.