Miner killed in Issano accident

Miner Michael Hughes, 45, of Nabaclis, East Coast Demerara, died as a result of a fatal accident on Saturday last at 57 Miles, Issano. Police reported that at about 16:30hours, motor lorry GKK 6599 was proceeding to Bartica when in the vicinity of 57 Miles, Issano, the vehicle encountered mechanical problems.
This caused the driver to lose control and the vehicle toppled, pinning Hughes who was in the tray.
He was taken to the Bartica Hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival.  The body is presently at the Lyken Funeral Home.

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