A MAN lost his life while another remains hospitalised following a collision on the Reliance Public Road, Region Two.

Dead is Satesh Persaud of Reliance, Essequibo Coast.

According to preliminary reports, the accident occurred when Persaud, who was riding a motorcycle, and the driver of a motor car were travelling in opposite directions along the roadway.

Eyewitnesses said they heard a loud impact and rushed to the scene, where they found Persaud lying in a pool of blood.

He was rushed to hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.

The driver of the motor car also sustained injuries and was taken to the Lima Regional Hospital, where he remains admitted while receiving medical treatment.

Relatives have expressed shock and grief over Persaud’s sudden passing.

The police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal accident.