Motorcyclist injured in Railway Embankment collision

A 31-year-old motorcyclist sustained injuries following a collision at Liliendaal, Railway Embankment, Greater Georgetown late Monday night.
The incident occurred around 22:46h near the National Aquatic Centre.
Injured motorcyclist, Quacy McCalmon of Norton Street, Lodge, was struck by a motorcar, PAD 7667, driven by a 22-year-old of Non-Pareil, East Coast Demerara. At the time, McCalmon was riding motorcycle, CK 3289.
The driver of the car recounted to police that he was traveling west on the railway embankment and made a U-turn near the Aquatic Centre when he felt an impact on the front of his vehicle. Upon inspection, he discovered McCalmon lying on the ground, bleeding.
Shortly after the accident, the driver said that a minibus arrived, carrying individuals believed to be McCalmon’s relatives and he reported hearing a gunshot.
A security guard in the area told investigators he saw one of the persons, who arrived in the minibus discharging a round in the air as they collected the injured motorcyclist and drove off with him.
Investigators photographed and processed the scene and found one 9mm spent shell.
McCalmon is currently receiving treatment at the Georgetown Public Hospital, while the driver is in police custody as investigations continue. Police are continuing their investigation to identify the individual, who discharged the firearm. (G9)