Police are investigating a fatal accident that claimed the life of a 24-year-old man from the Dominican Republic on Saturday afternoon.
Reports indicate that the man was working on a farm in Diamond Estate, located off Dam Road, when the tragic incident occurred around 4:30 p.m.
He was reportedly standing on the roof of a building when he fell through, suffering severe head injuries upon impact.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel arrived swiftly at the scene and found the young man lying in a pool of blood. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians Marina Walker and Mekile Tonkinson have been praised for their tireless efforts to revive him before transporting him to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre.
Despite continued attempts by doctors to save his life, he was later pronounced dead.
The sudden tragedy has sent shockwaves through the Dominican community in Antigua, with dozens gathering at the hospital on Saturday evening to mourn and support one another as investigations continue. (ABS)
Life is short here on earth, we should all prepare for life after death. We need him more now than ever. The young are loosing their lives as fast as the Old, the response died of old age for many will never be told. A way to bring hope for the family or friends you no longer hold, would be to let be a part of Gods Fold. For his family and friends we pray and also for you.
A possible solution is to make it mandatory for workers to wear safety helmets when doing certain building tasks.
R.I.P sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Such heartbreaking news. Condolences to his family and loved ones no one should lose their life just trying to earn a living.