Unidentified pedestrian killed in late-night crash near Russian Embassy
An unidentified man was killed late Friday night after being struck by a motor car along the Rupert Craig Highway, in the vicinity of the Russian Embassy.
The accident occurred around 23:30h on Friday, and involved motor car PXX 8048, owned and driven by 26-year-old Christopher McPherson of Georgetown, Police say.
The accident that occurred along the Rupert Craig Highway
According to investigators, McPherson was proceeding east along the southern drive lane of the highway at a fast rate when the pedestrian suddenly ran across the roadway from the northern side to the southern side. The man ended up directly in the vehicle’s path.
McPherson reportedly swerved north in an attempt to avoid a collision, but was unable to stop in time. The front of his car struck the pedestrian. Part of his body became trapped beneath the vehicle, and he sustained severe injuries to his head and body.
Emergency services were called to the scene. On arrival, the doctor attached to the ambulance service examined the victim and pronounced him dead on the spot.
His name and address remain unknown at this time, but he has been described as a male of African descent.
Following the accident, a Notice of Intended Prosecution was prepared and served on McPherson. A breathalyser test was administered and showed no trace of alcohol in his system.
The driver has since been taken into custody and is assisting Police with the ongoing investigation.
