On Sunday night, four Guyana Football Federation referees were involved in a car accident in Hopetown, Berbice. Despite the car being totalled, the officials survived the accident without life threatening injuries.
Referees Gladwin Johnson, Kleon Lindey, upcoming referee Safyia Goulding and referee assessor Ingram Johnson were all in the vehicle heading home from a match they had officiated at Eve Leary in Georgetown, when they were involved in the accident around 1:00 am.
All of those involved in the accident were transported to the Fort Wellington Hospital for medical evaluation and treatment.
According to a press release from the GFF, “Referees Gladwin Johnson, Kelon Lindey and Safyia Goulding have been discharged from the hospital. Referees Assessor Ingram is reported to be in stable condition and is being transferred to the New Amsterdam Hospital for further evaluation”.
“Our entire football family is sending thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery to our match officials, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the first responder and medical professionals who are providing care” the release said.
