🚔 Police appeal for witnesses following fatal crash on Shamrock Road
Investigation underway as two people lose their lives in early morning collision
Authorities are seeking witnesses to a deadly crash that occurred on Shamrock Road around 2:15am on Monday. The incident resulted in the death of a man and a woman, who have not yet been identified but are believed to be Nicaraguan natives residing in the area. The initial investigation suggests that a silver BMW travelling west veered into the eastbound lane, collided with a utility pole and a concrete wall, and then came to a stop. The victims were extricated from the vehicle by the Cayman Islands Fire Service and treated at the scene by paramedics, but were later pronounced dead at the hospital. 🚑
This tragic incident brings the total number of road fatalities this year to seven, occurring in four separate crashes. Notably, one of these crashes happened just yards away from Monday’s fatal collision. Shamrock Road has a notorious reputation for road fatalities, with the most recent occurring just over a month ago, claiming three lives. The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) is urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information to come forward. Anonymous tips can be provided via the RCIPS Confidential Tip Line or the official website. Crimestoppers.com and its associated app also accept anonymous submissions. 🚨
