Police Look into Deadly Traffic Accident on Popeshead Street
A tragic traffic incident occurred at approximately 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 30, on Popeshead Street, near Pita Pocket. The victim has been identified as 23-year-old Joshua Alexander from Light Foot, who was riding a black scooter.
Preliminary reports suggest that Alexander was traveling at high speed from north to south along Popeshead Street. He reportedly lost control of the scooter and crashed into a wall and the sidewalk on the eastern side of the road. The impact resulted in multiple injuries to his body.
Emergency Medical Services arrived promptly and assessed the situation, where they found no signs of life. A medical doctor officially declared him deceased at 3:16 a.m. The police extend their heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased during this challenging time. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
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Comments (14)
Cleopatra November 30, 2025, 7:45 AM
Kutabv November 30, 2025, 7:49 AM
The bad roads, the congested traffic on Popes head street?
Condolences to the family on the loss of such a young life.
We need to be responsible with our decision making.
I’ve never seen a vehicle on a bed at Holberton hospital nor Sir. Lester Bird!!!!!
Judith November 30, 2025, 8:36 AM
Janice November 30, 2025, 12:11 PM
Tromos November 30, 2025, 1:23 PM
Juju Bee November 30, 2025, 10:24 AM
Teacher for Life November 30, 2025, 10:47 AM
unruly one November 30, 2025, 12:20 PM
Ralph November 30, 2025, 12:48 PM
Tromos November 30, 2025, 1:10 PM
Concerned Antiguan November 30, 2025, 1:21 PM
Pearl November 30, 2025, 2:11 PM
Lena November 30, 2025, 4:22 PM
Another young man gone. What is happening in our country?
Informed citizen November 30, 2025, 8:47 PM