Perth collision leaves students, others injured

The minibus which was involved in the accident (Photo courtesy of Regional Democratic Council, Region No 2)

An accident which occurred yesterday along the Perth Public Road, Essequibo Coast,  resulted in a number of school students being injured.

According to information received, the accident occurred just around 2:30 pm and involved a motor lorry and a minibus which was transporting 13 passengers which included students and one teacher.

Information reaching Stabroek News stated  that the motor lorry, bearing registration number GNN 3320 which was being driven by one Hitendra Narine was proceeding north along the Perth Public Road loaded with construction materials while the minibus bearing registration number BYY 1179 was proceeding in the same direction at a fast rate.