Motorcyclist riding unregistered bike dies in 2-vehicle collision

A two-vehicle collision at Winsor Forest, West Coast Demerara (WCD) on Monday has resulted in the death of 30-year-old Stephon Birkett also called ‘Ghost’ of South Ruimveldt, Georgetown.
The accident involved a motor car bearing registration number PDD 3036 which was at the time being driven by a 63-year-old male and a motorcycle with trade plates “On Test” owned and driven by the now dead man.
Based on reports received, the elderly man made an unexpected U-turn and into the path of the motorcyclist who was allegedly driving at a fast rate. This resulted in a collision which led to Birkett, who was not wearing a helmet being flung into the air before landing on the roadway where he sustained serious injuries.
He was picked up and taken to the West Demerara Regional Hospital (WDRH) but due to his injuries, he was treated and referred to the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC) where he succumbed while receiving medical attention.
The driver of the car was taken to the Leonora Cottage Hospital for a medical check-up before being sent home. He was later arrested and is now in police custody, assisting with the investigation. An investigation is underway.