TROY Humphrey, the driver responsible for the accident which caused damage to the Eccles/Haggs Bosch roundabout, has been ordered to repay the government a staggering $2.1 million for repair costs, or face legal proceedings.
Attorney General, Anil Nandlall, SC., representing the State, issued a letter to Humphrey outlining the details of the incident that took place on September 15, 2023, at approximately 21:40 hours at the intersection of the Eccles to Mandela Four Lane Road and Dumpsite Road on the East Bank Demerara.
The collision involved Humphrey’s motor vehicle with registration number PAB 805 and resulted in significant damage to the roundabout.
According to the letter seen by this newspaper, investigations by the Guyana Police Force, supported by video footage of the incident, established that Humphrey drove recklessly, negligently, and at a high rate of speed while travelling south on the eastern carriageway of the Eccles to Mandela Four Lane Road.
As he approached the intersection with Dumpsite Road, which was clearly marked with road signs, and the roundabout, Humphrey failed to stop or apply any brakes, resulting in a collision with the roundabout.

The Attorney General’s letter also highlighted that Humphrey’s reckless driving caused damage, not only to the roundabout, but also injuries to himself and passengers, Fulisa Burnette (his girlfriend) and Phillip Jeffery, both of whom were rendered unconscious due to the impact.
In response to the significant damage, the government incurred emergency repair costs totalling $2.1 million. These repairs included mobilisation and demobilisation, demolition of damaged sections, removal of debris, replacement of stone pavers, repairs to the fountain rails, and various other restoration works to the roundabout and its water fountain.
The letter sent to Humphrey demanded that he pays the $2.1 million sum within 14 days of receipt to cover the costs of the emergency repair works. Failure to comply with this demand would result in legal proceedings against him, seeking the recovery of the specified sum as special damages, along with general damages, interest, and legal costs.
Furthermore, Attorney General Chambers underscored that this action was part of a broader strategy to address reckless and negligent behaviour by road users that led to the destruction of public property.

The government, including public corporations and statutory authorities, will vigorously pursue compensation for damages and destruction of public assets caused by such irresponsible conduct.

The Chambers stated, “A similar approach will be adopted in relation to the destruction and damage to public property by whatever cause. Billions of dollars are spent annually to repair and reconstruct public property damaged and destroyed by unlawful and/or highly irresponsible conduct. Needless to say, this measure will be in addition to the institution of all relevant criminal charges disclosed, resulting from investigations conducted by the Guyana Police Force.”