Tragic Accident Claims the Life of 9-Year-Old Girl in Region One

Tragic Accident Claims the Life of 9-Year-Old Girl in Region One

Tragic Accident Claims the Life of 9-Year-Old Girl in Region One

Terensha Pierre, a 9-year-old girl from Barima Nobo, Region One, tragically passed away after sustaining injuries in an accident on Monday afternoon. The Grade Five pupil of Hosororo Primary School was struck by a motorcar while crossing the road at Mabaruma Compound around 15:30 hrs.

According to a relative, Terensha would usually spend time with them after school until her mother arrived to pick her up. On the day of the accident, she had crossed the road and was heading to a shop after collecting money when the car hit her.

The relative recounted that after being struck, the driver of the car reportedly ran over Terensha, who was flung a distance away. Despite efforts to rush her to Georgetown Public Hospital for further medical care, she tragically succumbed to her injuries on the way.

Regional Commander Himnauth Sawh revealed that the driver of the car was found to be over the legal alcohol limit based on a breathalyzer test and was allegedly speeding at the time of the accident. Commander Sawh explained that Terensha was attempting to cross the road when the vehicle collided with her, resulting in serious head injuries.

The driver is currently in custody at the Mabaruma Police Station and is expected to be charged and brought before the court for his alleged involvement in the accident. The community mourns the loss of young Terensha Pierre and awaits justice for her untimely passing.

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