Motorcar PPP 2360, driven by 18-year-old Tyrese Souvenir, ended up in the home of Faizal Razack located at Lot 35 Bagotstown, East Bank Demerara, in the wee hours of Tuesday morning. This is the 8th time a motor vehicle has crashed into the house.
The badly damaged car that crashes into the Bagotstown house
The teenage driver of Essequibo Street, Lamaha Springs, reportedly told Police that at the time of the accident, the road was slippery and as such he lost control of the vehicle which slammed into the house. The house was partially damaged while the vehicle is beyond repair.
At the scene, Razack told media operatives that he was awakened by the impact and a loud explosion. As he got out of bed, he saw the motorcar in his yard. At the time, he saw public spirited citizens – who were passing at the time and who witnessed the accident – rushing to the aid of the four occupants of the mangled car. They were rescued and taken to a hospital where they were treated and released.
A breathalyser test was conducted on the driver but there were no traces of alcohol in his system. He is being questioned by Police as they continue their investigations.
Razack stated that while his house is insured, he is concerned for his family’s safety since they are in grave danger every time a vehicle crashes into their home.
“The last time a car slammed into the house, the insurance gave me back $300,000 but that could have barely do to repair. The place that was damaged… you still have other expenses,” he added. Stating that this is the 8th time a motor vehicle has crashed into his home, he is calling on drivers to be more careful when negotiating the turn.
In addition, he is recommending that a “speed hump” be placed on the roadway in the vicinity of his house; a call he thought would not be possible due to the major road. The first car crashed into the Razack’s property in 2011.
