A devastating road accident on Orangestein Public Road, East Bank Essequibo, has resulted in the tragic deaths of a 22-year-old man and his four-month-old son, while leaving the child’s 19-year-old mother with serious injuries. The fatal collision occurred on Friday when the family’s motorcycle collided with a truck operated by Tropical Orchard Products Company Limited (TOPCO).
According to police investigators, the incident transpired at approximately 11 AM when Krishna Persaud, operating motorcycle CM 5492, attempted to overtake a stationary vehicle while crossing solid double yellow lines. The maneuver placed the motorcycle on the opposing lane where it impacted the front right section of truck GZZ 5068, which was exiting a shopping mall parking lot.
The impact threw both riders from the motorcycle, resulting in fatal injuries for Persaud and his infant son Luke. The 19-year-old mother sustained significant head trauma and other injuries but has since regained consciousness at De Kinderen Regional Hospital, where medical professionals report her condition as stable.
Authorities have detained the 27-year-old truck driver from Covent Garden, East Bank Demerara, for questioning. Preliminary investigations, including breathalyser testing, revealed no indication of alcohol consumption by the truck operator.
TOPCO issued an official statement expressing profound sorrow over the incident and confirming their full cooperation with ongoing police investigations. The company extended heartfelt condolences to the affected family while emphasizing respect for the grieving process and the integrity of the investigative proceedings.