UPDATE: Police identify victim in West Bay Road fatal collision

Police confirm the identity of the victim in the fatal collision which took place on Saturday, 18 October, on West Bay Road. He is 78-year-old Michael Edward Boonstra, a visitor from the United States.

The RCIPS expresses condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Just after 9:10 PM on Saturday 18 October, police attended the scene of a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian, which occurred on West Bay Road, George Town.

It appears that a man, who is believed to be a visitor to the island, was attempting to cross the road on West Bay Road, in the vicinity of Piper Way, when he was struck by an oncoming vehicle.

The man was assisted by an off duty senior police officer until the arrival of the Emergency Medical Services. He was then transported to the hospital by ambulance where he was pronounced deceased by the attending doctor.

The female driver of the vehicle that was involved in the collision appeared to have been experiencing a medical emergency and was also transported to the hospital for treatment.

As a result of the fatal collision, the roadway has been closed to facilitate the on scene investigation. Motorists are being diverted to Lawrence Boulevard and Eastern Avenue. Local access is being granted where necessary.

The RCIPS thanks the public for their cooperation and support.