A Kangaruma village, Mazaruni resident lost his life on Saturday in a tragic collision between two boats in the Middle Mazaruni River.
Police have identified the victim as Davenand Williams. A report from the Police stated that Williams was operating a small wooden speed boat along the river when a jet boat captained by Odil Cozier slammed into the smaller boat, pitching Williams and his passenger overboard.
The Police stated that the operator of the larger jet boat, Odil Cozier explained that the two boats were on the same side of the river but traveling in opposite directions when the tragedy occurred. He claimed that the smaller boat that was being operated by Williams, unexpectedly veered into his path causing the collision.
The police report indicated that the passengers in the jet boat managed to pull the small boat operator and his passenger from the river and rushed them to Issano Landing.
However, Davenand Williams was pronounced dead by a doctor. His face and body bore multiple injuries. The passenger received injuries to his back and legs.
The Police said a full investigation has been launched into the incident.
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