UPDATE: Sewage truck accident fatalities are Henderson Legair & Kenroy Joseph
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) in a press release late this evening said Joseph was taken by ambulance to Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Legair was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said details surrounding the accident are still unclear and that investigations are ongoing.
Legislators, including Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and Deputy Premier Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) used the opportunity under Any Other Business in the House of Assembly this evening to extend condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
Premier Wheatley said one of the men hailed from his district.
See previous article published January 30, 2024
Two confirmed dead after sewage truck topples in RT
Information coming into Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) is that the two males who were involved in an accident where a sewage truck toppled on Paul P. Wattley Road today, January 30, 2024, have been pronounced dead.
Our newsroom will withhold their identity until we are satisfied that the next of kin has been informed.
VINO will bring more information as it becomes available.
See previous story published this afternoon, Jan 30, 2024
Sewage truck topples on Paul P. Wattley Road; Serious injuries reported
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A driver of a sewage truck reportedly lost control of his vehicle while on Paul P. Wattley Road today, January 30, 2024.
The truck ended up on its side at the side of the road.
There have been reports of serious injuries.
The lone-vehicle accident took place just before 4:00 PM at the corner of Paul P. Wattley Road and Joe's Hill.
At least two persons were said to be in the truck at the time of the accident.
One of the persons allegedly received serious while attempting to escape the truck and is said to be in critical condition.
More details to follow.
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51 Responses to “UPDATE: Sewage truck accident fatalities are Henderson Legair & Kenroy Joseph”
R.I.P. to those that lost their lives.
I’m soo saddened by this news
May God the father give the family and friends of those men who’s lives had been tragically lost today.
My slogan live good u never know when your day will call money ranks ame no obea man can’t save u
All I can say when is your time it’s yours time God know best.
Some thing is not sitting well with many who are observing the phenomenon. People could be doing evil to people., or so it seems, but most will be in denial and try to side step the obvious.
The rescue team worked diligently and tried their best, thank you to you all.
Follow the speed limit.
Take the proper precautions for safe driving.
Service and maintain your vehicles.
Love those that love you.
Live life.
Be pleasant.
Walk away from situations that mean you no good.
This accident have highlighted some road safety issues, especially for the number of tourists and schoolchildren who ascend and descend these hills daily. I bring to light the school kids who rain or sunshine leave the Festival grounds for the Meyers and other schools. Are these buses required to be be checked and service daily? Are the drivers required to undergo physical checks? Does an adult/teacher required to sit in the bus to watch out for these kids some under ten years old?
Furthermore, the DMV and the Driving Schools who normally test/practice students in that area will there be a change? Many times when descending Joe's Hill, one is met with Driving School vehicles crossing the road. Many drivers have complained about having to apply brakes coming downhill even when it is wet to avoid collisions with these vehicles. I am quite sure there are safer areas to test/practice students
I call on us to be cautious
AND INTEGRITY
Only in the BVI death Happens ????
Well, I don't think so .
Why don't we have empathy and just give our condolences to families and friends, instead of all the $hit talk.
Stay Strong family and friends