Pedestrian injured in hit and run accident

Sep 27, 2015 News

An evening walk to a nearby shop came to an unpleasant end for Reginald George of Goedverwagting, East Coast Demerara.
George, who is said to be in his late 50s, was struck down by a speeding motorcycle and left to bleed on a roadway in his community. The accident occurred around 18:20hrs, yesterday.

Reginald George awaiting medical attention last night at the hospital.

He has since been admitted to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) A&E unit.
When Kaieteur News arrived at the hospital attendants were seen lifting the injured man from a motorcar and unto a stretcher. He appeared to be in intense pain as he struggled to move his body.
George sustained several injuries about his body including a wound to the left foot.
The patient’s niece, Alicia (only name given) and nephew, Edmond Fraser were present at the hospital last night.
Alicia told Kaieteur News that someone in the neighbourhood notified her of the accident via phone.
The relative said that she heard of the accident minutes after her uncle left to purchase something at a shop in the village.
Further, Alicia related that she was informed that a taxi driver by the name of Shawn, struck down her uncle and left him lying helpless on the road.
The woman added that after she got the terrifying news, she and other family members rushed to the scene and confirmed their worst fears.
Alicia said that her brother, Fraser, who is a policeman, rushed their uncle to the hospital in his car.
Police are still on the hunt for the hit and run driver as investigations continue.