POLICE are investigating a fatal accident that claimed the life of 43-year-old rice farmer, Sunil Rampersaud, of Lot 76 Mibicuri South, Black Bush Polder, Berbice.
The incident occurred around 16:40 hours on Monday along the Three Bridge Access Dam in Mibicuri South, Black Bush Polder.
Preliminary reports indicate that Rampersaud was driving an unregistered motor tractor southward along the dam. As he approached a wooden bridge and attempted to make a right turn, he reportedly lost control of the vehicle. The tractor subsequently flipped, landing in a nearby trench.
Passersby quickly rushed to Rampersaud’s aid, pulling his unconscious body from the water. He was transported to the Mibicuri Public Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.
The body has been taken to Ramoos Funeral Home, where a post-mortem examination will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death.
Authorities are continuing their investigations to understand the full circumstances surrounding the accident.