Man Dies After Bus Collision on Old Harbour Road in St. Catherine
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- A man died on Sunday after being struck by a Toyota Coaster bus while attempting to cross Old Harbour Road in St Catherine.
- The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near Jamaica Broilers, with the man found lying in the middle of the roadway.
- Police are investigating the incident and are asking for public assistance in identifying the bus and its driver.
A tragic accident has claimed the life of an unidentified man in St. Catherine, Jamaica. The man was reportedly struck by a Toyota Coaster bus while attempting to cross Old Harbour Road. The incident, which occurred on Sunday afternoon near Jamaica Broilers, has left the community in shock and prompted a police investigation.
The St. Catherine North Police Traffic Department is currently piecing together the events that led to the fatal collision. Initial reports suggest the man, described as approximately 5 feet 2 inches tall and wearing grey shorts, was hit by a bus traveling towards Spanish Town. The details surrounding the bus, including its color and license plate, remain unconfirmed.
The man was assisted to the Spanish Town Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The victim was transported to Spanish Town Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The police are appealing to anyone with information to come forward to assist with their ongoing investigation. This incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of road safety and the devastating consequences that can arise from traffic accidents.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing. Anyone with information is being asked to contact the police.
Originally published by Jamaica Gleaner in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.