Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run accident at Annandale
In the wee hours of this morning, a pedestrian was killed during a hit-and-run accident along the Annandale Public Road, East Coast Demerara (ECD).
According to the Guyana Police Force’s (GPF) Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), the victim is a male of East Indian ancestry. His age, name, and address are so far unknown.
Reports are that the pedestrian was crossing the Public Road from south to north when he was struck down by a speeding motor car, which drove away from the scene.
The man was picked up in a motionless condition, placed into a GPF’s vehicle, and taken to the Georgetown Public Hospital, where he was pronounced on arrival.
“Checks were made in the area for CCTV footage, and same were observed and will be reviewed as investigations continue,” the CCU concluded.
