Tragedy struck along the East Bank of Demerara (EBD) late Monday night when 19-year-old Ricardo Melville of Kaneville lost his life in a motorcycle crash.
According to Police in Regional Division 4B, the fatal incident occurred around 23:50h on Monday, along the Diamond Public Road. Investigators disclosed that Melville was riding motorcycle CL 4491 south along the eastern carriageway allegedly at high speed when he lost control of the vehicle. The bike careened off the road and slammed into a concrete culvert located on the eastern parapet of the thoroughfare.
Dead: Ricardo Melville
Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) arrived at the scene and found Melville unconscious. He was rushed to the Diamond Diagnostic Centre, but succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment. His body was later transferred to the Memorial Gardens Funeral Home Mortuary, where it remains awaiting a post-mortem examination.
As Police continue their investigation into the fatal collision, the news of Melville’s sudden passing has left friends and family in shock.
Those who knew him described him as a kind-hearted and helpful individual, someone who always showed up when needed and never hesitated to lend a hand. Many are struggling to come to terms with the fact that a life so full of potential was cut short in an instant.
Just a year ago, the teen’s mother died, and only a few months later, his father also died. According to one of his friends, the back-to-back losses had already left the young man navigating life in the painful absence of both parents. Now, with his own untimely death, relatives and friends are grappling with grief.
Those close to him shared their heartbreak with Guyana Times, expressing their disbelief and devastation. Some said they are still in shock, unable to process that their friend is now gone.
One friend said, “I was told that he was coming from over the river where he was with some of his football friends. I am still in shock”.
Police said investigations are ongoing.
