In a devastating incident on September 5, 2023, a head-on collision claimed the life of Ajay Ramchand, a 43-year-old resident of Nigg Village Corentyne.
Ajay, a father of three, was en route to New Amsterdam when he attempted to overtake a motor vehicle and tragically collided with a lorry transporting a mini excavator on the number 19 Public road. The collision resulted in a catastrophic explosion, engulfing Ajay’s motorcycle in flames.
Eyewitnesses recalled the harrowing sound of the impact, prompting them to rush outside to render aid. The community’s immediate response, however, was met with the distressing sight of Ajay’s motorcycle in flames.
Jeenarine Ramchand, the grieving father of the deceased, received the heart-wrenching news of his son’s accident and awaited his wife’s return from the market to accompany him to the hospital.
Jeenarine expressed his anguish, recounting the moment he received the call about the accident. He lamented the tragic turn of events, as the motorbike had caught fire in the collision. With his wife on an errand to the market, they had planned to visit the hospital together. Unfortunately, by the time she returned, the devastating reality had set in.
Ajay, the only son of Jeenarine, was actively involved in his father’s contracting company. He was a well-known figure in the community, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him.
Following the accident, Ajay was promptly assisted by compassionate bystanders and transported to the New Amsterdam Public Hospital. However, he was tragically pronounced dead upon arrival.
The police in Berbice are currently conducting investigations into this heartrending incident.
This tragic collision serves as a stark reminder of the need for caution and vigilance on the roads, and the devastating impact that accidents can have on families and communities.