By Subhana Shiwmangal
A constable stationed at the Brickdam Police Station’s Traffic Department along with a tow truck driver were yesterday morning injured at an accident site at Avenue of the Republic and Brickdam after a truck had earlier slammed into the eastern fence of Public Buildings
It was reported that the accident which occurred yesterday between 3 am and 3.30 am involved police constable, Kyvon James, 25, of Hashim Street, Corriverton, Berbice; a motor car, PAB 3071, driven by Osafo Cranmore, 42, of Lot 157 West Ruimveldt Housing Scheme, Georgetown; a truck, GLL 3695, owned and driven by Chandica Balram, 64, of Lot 35 Robb Street, Bourda, Georgetown; a motor car, PAF 4021, owned and driven by Sabrina Bhajan, 32, of 86 Farm Squatting Area, East Bank Demerara; and a tow truck, GAF 1396, owned and driven by Harinarine Satnarine , 48, of Lot 1B Shell Road, Kitty, Georgetown.
Investigations revealed that Bhajan’s car was proceeding west along Brickdam at a fast rate of speed. She failed to stop at the intersection of the Avenue of the Republic and drove into the path of Balram’s truck which was heading south on the Avenue of the Republic. As a result, Balram lost control of his truck and drove into a section of the wrought iron fence, causing significant damage. Bhajan sustained injuries and was taken to the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPH) in a conscious state where her condition is regarded as stable.
Shortly after the accident, Constable James was at the scene investigating what had happened and he was being assisted by Harinarine who was using his tow truck to remove Bhajan’s car. At the time, Constable James was standing at the intersection decked out in his uniform, reflector vest and lighted wand while the tow truck was parked facing west on Brickdam. While the constable was in his position, PAB 3071, driven by Cranmore, was proceeding west along Brickdam at a fast rate. When the car arrived at the intersection, the driver failed to stop and collided first with Constable James before hitting Harinarine.
The impact of the collision resulted in both men being thrown several feet away. They both were picked up in a conscious condition by emergency medical technicians who were summoned to the scene and rushed to the GPH, where they were both examined.
It has been reported that both of Constable James’ legs were fractured. His condition is regarded as stable.
A notice of intended prosecution was served to Cranmore and a Breathalyzer test was conducted on all drivers in the case and no trace of alcohol was evident. Their vehicles are currently in the custody of the police awaiting examination.
Constable James’s mother, Susan Timmers, told Stabroek News yesterday, that she heard from relatives that her son was badly injured at work and was rushed at the Georgetown Public Hospital Emergency Unit. She said she is awaiting an update on his condition as she was told by relatives that he had sustained a broken leg.
