Police have provided new details as investigations continue into the fatal collision that claimed the life of a 64-year-old man along the Cornelia Ida Public Road, West Coast Demerara, on Tuesday afternoon.
The accident occurred at about 13:56h and involved a motor lorry, GAD 7032, driven by a 42-year-old man from Friendship, East Bank Demerara, and an electric cycle ridden by Roy Chanka of Cornelia Ida.
According to investigators, preliminary enquiries indicate that the lorry was travelling west along the southern side of the roadway and was in the process of turning into the Cornelia Ida Access Road when its left front wheel struck the electric cycle, which was also heading in the same direction. The impact caused Chanka to fall onto the roadway and come into contact with the vehicle, resulting in severe injuries.
He was rushed to West Demerara Regional Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. His body was later taken to Ezekiel Funeral Home, where it is awaiting a post-mortem examination.
Police have since reviewed and secured CCTV footage from the area as the investigation continues. A breathalyser test conducted on the lorry driver showed no trace of alcohol in his system, Police said.
The driver remains in Police custody as enquiries continue. Authorities have indicated that further action will depend on the outcome of the investigation and additional evidence gathered.
Police have reiterated their appeal to road users to exercise caution, particularly at intersections and access roads, as investigations into the fatal incident remain ongoing.
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