The community of Non Pareil, East Coast Demerara is in mourning following a tragic car accident that claimed the life of 28-year-old mechanic Akram Samaroo.
Reports are that the accident occurred along the Coldingen Access Road, East Coast Demerara on Saturday evening.
According to reports, Samaroo, of Lot 334 Section ‘B’ Non Pareil, ECD, was driving motorcar PTT 4607 at about 18:15h when he lost control while navigating a left bend on the road. Police said the car flipped and landed in a nearby trench, where it quickly became submerged in the water.
Eyewitnesses at the scene recounted the harrowing moments as they tried to rescue Samaroo from the sinking vehicle. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to save him, and he was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical technicians. His body was later taken to Jerrick’s Funeral Home, where it awaits a post-mortem examination.
As the investigation into the incident continues, those who knew Samaroo took to social media to remember him as a kind and hardworking individual who was always ready to lend a helping hand.
One of his friends wrote in a social media post that the loss of such a young life is a devastating blow to the community, and their thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. (G9)
