UPDATE: VG accident victim in critical condition- RVIPF

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A resident of Virgin Gorda is said to be in serious condition at Peebles Hospital after he was struck by a vehicle on Virgin Gorda Saturday night, May 21, 2016. Photo: VINO/File

VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – The pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle on Virgin Gorda at the weekend is in critical condition, according to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).

Virgin Islands News Online had first and accurately reported about the incident on May 23, 2016 and had sought confirmation from the RVIPF.

In a press release issued late yesterday, the RVIPF confirmed the incident, stating that Police are investigating a traffic collision that has left a male pedestrian in critical condition at Peebles Hospital.

“The pedestrian was among persons gathered at an empty lot along the North Public Road sometime after midnight on Sunday.”

The RVIPF further said the driver of the vehicle in the collision has been identified and is cooperating with Police in relation to their investigations.

Any persons with information that can assist with this investigation should contact the Virgin Gorda Police Station through the RVIPF’s 311 number. Persons can also contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit directly at 368-9339.

See article published May 23, 2016

Pedestrian struck by vehicle on VG

A man is said to be in serious condition after he was struck by a vehicle on Virgin Gorda Sunday night, May 22, 2016.

According to reports reaching this news site, the man was walking on the road when he was hit from behind.

He is currently a patient at Peebles Hospital.

Police Information Officer Diane Drayton did not respond to queries on the matter up to publication time.

17 Responses to “UPDATE: VG accident victim in critical condition- RVIPF”

vex (23/05/2016, 07:25) Like (5) Dislike (9) Reply
You mean people cant walk on street in peace
- @vex (23/05/2016, 10:34) Like (7) Dislike (6) Reply
  Who told you he was walking
Observer 1 (23/05/2016, 09:49) Like (15) Dislike (2) Reply
heard the man is mash up bad with broken legs and pelvis Lets remember him in our prayers
- Umm (23/05/2016, 10:31) Like (9) Dislike (13) Reply
  His pelvis is not broke!! That the problem with BVI ppl ya'll need to found out full facts first before ya'll comment!!!
  - @ Umm (23/05/2016, 14:15) Like (3) Dislike (3) Reply
    Ok doctor
  - @ Umm (23/05/2016, 15:08) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    You need to find proper grammar before you comment.
  - Vigilante (25/05/2016, 22:59) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Find *
tola (23/05/2016, 10:02) Like (5) Dislike (4) Reply
Drag racing, I understand
- facts (23/05/2016, 17:56) Like (4) Dislike (9) Reply
  there was no drag racing. People jus trying to put a spin on it to try save the driver from prosecution because of who he for. Last time i check also you drive at night with lights...stay tuned lets wait as the so call vg police is the best unit in the BVI...rlmao..
  - fox (25/05/2016, 12:53) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    @Facts - Were you at the scene of the accident when it occurred to have your 'facts'?
on hold? (23/05/2016, 10:28) Like (16) Dislike (0) Reply
What is the status of the VG hospital?
- Ghost (23/05/2016, 12:14) Like (29) Dislike (1) Reply
  all the money gone in the hairy bank
chinese connection (23/05/2016, 10:30) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
The steel frame for the virgin gorda mini hospital hasn't arrived from china yet PARA?
VG (23/05/2016, 18:34) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
I am so sad for the boy who broke his legs
- Reply (24/05/2016, 08:33) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
  me too
Odd (24/05/2016, 07:56) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
Prayers prayers prayers
president Bush (24/05/2016, 10:17) Like (8) Dislike (6) Reply
Blame NDP!

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